What are the responsibilities and job description for the Architectural Designer I position at Cuningham?
Cuningham is seeking a talented and passionate Architectural Designer I to join our creative, collaborative team. This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a forward-thinking design firm that is committed to creating regenerative, people-centered solutions across a variety of markets including entertainment, residential, healthcare, workplace, and education.
We invite designers who are excited to dream big, be daring, and create change—individuals who are energized by challenge and thrive in team-oriented environments. If you're looking to grow your career in a purpose-driven firm that values design excellence, creative problem solving, and continuous learning, we want to hear from you.
What You Will Do
Compensation provided is based on our national range which varies by work location and may also depend on accreditation, experience and responsibilities. Our talent management team can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Compensation range updated 1/24/2025.
Benefits: Cuningham offers a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.
Closing from Default - All locations
Why Cuningham?
Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.
Whether We Are Celebrating At a Spirit Hour, Nurturing An Equitable And Just Work Environment, Or Delivering Regenerative Design Solutions To Restore Natural And Human Systems, Each Exchange Is An Opportunity To Create a Better Future And Support The Health Of Our Talent And Communities. Our Values Are Simple And Impact Every Aspect Of Our Practice
Celebrate curiosity.
Design the future.
Restore the earth.
Take care of each other.
Have fun.
What can we create together?
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Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.
We invite designers who are excited to dream big, be daring, and create change—individuals who are energized by challenge and thrive in team-oriented environments. If you're looking to grow your career in a purpose-driven firm that values design excellence, creative problem solving, and continuous learning, we want to hear from you.
What You Will Do
- Assist in developing design solutions, coordination, and production efforts on a wide range of projects, through all phases of the design, in an iterative and collaborative design process through simple sketching, 2D and 3D modeling, as well as computational methods, in alignment with project success metrics.
- Explore and support regenerative approaches to design and performance of the built, social, and natural environments.
- Assist with and prepare design presentations.
- Support the development and documentation of projects through both creative design and technical detailing.
- Assist in the coordination of BIM models and documentation internally and with consultants, contractors, etc.
- Participate in construction administration activities with Project Architect and on-site staff, including on-site observations and verifications.
- Adopt and proficiently use: MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit/BIM 360; build awareness and engage with: Rhino, Enscape, Lumion.
- Research exterior materials and products.
- Research and become familiar with wall assemblies, waterproofing, and vertical circulation.
- Assist and support exterior massing studies.
- Assist and support interior space planning and programming.
- 1–3 years of relevant professional experience in a design-focused role.
- A degree in architecture or a related design discipline.
- A strong interest in working across a variety of project types and markets.
- Familiarity with design and documentation tools such as Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D visualization software.
- Clear and thoughtful communication skills (visual, written, and verbal).
- A proactive attitude and the ability to contribute in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Curiosity, creativity, and a growth mindset with a passion for design that makes a difference.
- Daily discipline and time management skills that facilitateaccomplishing tasks on timeand a commitment to personal accountability.
- Ability to create visually engaging presentations and graphics
Compensation provided is based on our national range which varies by work location and may also depend on accreditation, experience and responsibilities. Our talent management team can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Compensation range updated 1/24/2025.
Benefits: Cuningham offers a variety of benefits to employees including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off.
Closing from Default - All locations
Why Cuningham?
Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.
Whether We Are Celebrating At a Spirit Hour, Nurturing An Equitable And Just Work Environment, Or Delivering Regenerative Design Solutions To Restore Natural And Human Systems, Each Exchange Is An Opportunity To Create a Better Future And Support The Health Of Our Talent And Communities. Our Values Are Simple And Impact Every Aspect Of Our Practice
Celebrate curiosity.
Design the future.
Restore the earth.
Take care of each other.
Have fun.
What can we create together?
_______________________________________________
Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.
Salary : $27 - $41
