Architectural Designer

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonalds, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.

Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.

Summary:

The Architectural Designer is a member of the design studio to provide architectural services to Sevan's clients nationwide. A design professional, accountable for producing accurate design and construction documents for retail and/or restaurant (commercial) multi-site clients and supporting other team members in achieving team goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Prepares complete, accurate and code compliant construction documents.

* Performs assignments under direction and supervisory approval of others for all projects.

* Provides technical and creative design solutions that align with program intent.

* Applies clients program requirements and design criteria to existing buildings and structures.

* Responsible for determining the appropriate building components and their design application.

* Responsible for maintaining project schedules, deadlines and commitments for small and medium-scope assignments of average difficulty.

* Notifies supervisor of changes in project scop and advises if a change order proposal is needed.

* Coordinates work with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to meet overall project objectives.

* Possesses a working knowledge of building codes and ADA requirements.

* Conducts project due diligence with municipalities to determine local zoning and building code requirements.

* Accountable for resolving plan review comments from code officials.

* Assists the project liaison to code officials, outside consultants, suppliers, and contractors regarding questions to the construction documents.

* Adheres to CAD standards and follows assigned drafting protocol across all projects.

* Receives feedback and direction from others.

* Works with supervisor and peers to pursue professional development.

* Participates in NCARBs Architectural Experience Program (AXP) Program.

* Accountable for timely completion of assigned projects.

* Self-starter with the ability to work independently on simple to moderately difficult projects.

* Capable to prioritize and work on multiple projects at the same time.

* Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

* Bachelors Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or equivalent

* 3+ years related professional experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Comprehensive knowledge of architectural principles, practices, and advanced techniques.

* Expertise in drawings, specifications, and building materials.

* Capable of completing moderately difficult architectural assignments with minimal supervision.

* Ability to execute and coordinate multiple projects at a time.

* Experience in multi-site projects preferred.

* Successful employees work on multiple projects of various scope and duration, can quickly change direction to meet aggressive deadlines, and work with limited supervision.

* Knowledge of AutoCAD (required), Revit (preferred), Illustrator, Photoshop, Sketch Up, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Smartsheet. 3ds Max is a plus.

Why Join Sevan?

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