Senior Architectural Designer

Job Description

Shape the future of design in a role that offers real leadership influence.

A respected architecture & design firm in Grand Rapids is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to take a lead role in complex commercial and institutional projects while mentoring younger designers and influencing overall design direction.

Why This Role

This is an opportunity to:

• Drive concept + design vision on high-visibility projects
  
• Work closely with leadership and clients
  
• Step into a visible, strategic design role
  
• Join a collaborative studio culture that values creativity & innovation
  

If you’re looking for a role where your design voice truly matters, this is it.

You Will

• Lead concept development and schematic design
  
• Guide design direction through documentation + delivery
  
• Collaborate directly with clients, consultants, and project teams
  
• Produce design presentations and visualizations
  
• Mentor junior and mid-level designers
  

What You Bring

• 10+ years architecture/design experience
  
• Proven background delivering commercial or institutional projects
  
• Strong design portfolio demonstrating innovation + problem-solving
  
• Advanced Revit and SketchUp skills (other software a plus)
  
• Excellent client-facing communication
  

Bonus Skills

• Professional license or actively pursuing
  
• Experience with design-build or integrated project teams
  
• Portfolio including sustainable or innovative building solutions
  

Why People Love This Firm

• Award-winning projects
  
• Strong work/life balance
  
• Visible leadership support
  
• Culture built on design excellence-not ego
  

If you’re ready to take the next step into a senior design role, influence major projects, and join a growing studio in Grand Rapids, let’s connect. If you have any questions email hannah.loethen@gogpac.com .

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.