Designer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art

Who We Are

HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with a desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven firm based on values, our mission to “design for good” drives everything we do. And our ownership culture creates alignment and increased commitment to that mission, keeping us on track to being successful.

Founded with the purpose of anticipating community needs, HMC aims to create designs that have a positive impact, now and into the future. We focus primarily on opportunities to have the most direct contribution to communities—through healthcare, education, and civic spaces.

As an employee owned company you become an owner after one year—receiving company-provided shares at no cost and building long-term financial growth as the firm succeeds. We also give back through our volunteerism with our Designing Futures Foundation, which advances sustainable and regenerative design and supports the next generation of innovators. In addition to this, we also support our team through:

• Culture:
  We put people over profits, giving them the flexibility to manage their work and life. We believe in fairness, equality in opportunity, and rewarding those who perform.
• Wellness: company paid wellness courses, on-site gyms (at select locations), access to financial advisors and discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more.
• Professional Development:
  Linked In learning access, business development training, supportive mentorship, company-paid ARE study materials, exam fees, and licensure completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive Comp and Benefits:
  Base+Bonus+Equity+401k, including student loan repayments, wellness programs, full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard.

The Designer will assist in the design and development of projects, will produce design presentation material, and will assist in the production and documentation of construction documents.

The position is located in San Diego, California. This position is eligible for hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement and flexible working hours; requires 3 days in the office and the ability to work from home Mondays and Fridays.

• Assist in the documentation of project design in Revit such as three-dimensional modeling or material research
• Assist in organization and generation of working drawings.
• Support design team and ensure that the design intent is followed through all phases
• Assist in development of project documents during all phases of the project
• Assist in development of project marketing interview materials
• Assist in all aspects of the plan check process
• Apply accessibility codes to basic drawings
• Support the construction administration phase of a project by assisting in review of submittals, shop drawings, response to RFI's, and preparation of instruction bulletins for changes
• Prepare basic "block out" drawings with accuracy and thoroughness, (site plans, floor plans, exterior elevations, interior elevations) from design sketches, and pickup "red marks" prepared by supervisor.
• Attend professional activities outside the office
• Estimate hours for assigned tasks and finish tasks within agreed-upon budget hours
• Participate in office design charettes
• Other duties as assigned

• Architectural degree from an accredited university
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in architectural design preferred
• Listen and communicate effectively and professionally
• Asks questions about assignments when unclear
• Ability to set goals, prioritize, and plan work activities for self-management and use time efficiently
• Has working knowledge and understanding for use of HMC equipment and software
• Ability to professionally communicate both verbally and in writing to give assignments to office support staff, consultants, and vendors
• Ability to delegate assignments to support staff and always be respectful
• Be proficient with HMC’s documentation and office practice systems
• Ability to correspond effectively with Architects for Revit files and minor directives
• Always be professional and respectful in interactions with clients and consultants
• Demonstrate motivation in…