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PBK is hiring: Design Director in Tacoma

PBK
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

The Design Director is responsible for the overall design leadership of the practice, promoting quality design efforts across all departments within the office, and being actively involved in marketing and business development activities.

Your Impact :

Oversees and advocates for the highest quality, innovation, and elevation of design in support of our client’s goals and vision.

Supports the company’s mission for client centric design, process, and implementation.

Supervises a team of designers.

Oversees design presentations, monitors project design development, and provides design direction and support to ensure firmwide consistency.

Possesses thorough knowledge of architectural practice with an emphasis on design, building materials, construction methods, integration of engineering disciplines, and building codes / costs.

Serves as a thought leader in the design industry, participating in professional organizations, outreach, and mentorship of design staff.

Work collaboratively with firmwide design and thought leaders to support our design culture while bringing ideas to advance our practice.

Oversee the integration and advancement of firmwide technologies into our design process and outcomes.

Participates in developing and implementing firmwide design guidelines and standards.

Here’s What You’ll Need :

A minimum of 15 years of experience.

Professional degree from an accredited architectural design school.

Must be a Registered Architect.

LEED AP preferred.

Educational experience preferred.

Strong commitment to client service.

Ability to work well under pressure, juggle and prioritize multiple projects and adjust work accordingly.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Understanding of design tool technologies such as REVIT, Rhino, Sketch-up, Generative AI, etc.

Ability to interact with senior management, external client organizations, and vendors.

Must be quality minded and self-motivated.

Eligible employees receive an annual performance bonus depending on McGranahanPBK profitability and individual performance. McGranahanPBK employees are offered medical, dental, and vision insurance, an employee assistance program, a learning & development program, and an employee referral bonus program. A Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Savings Account (FSA) is available depending upon the employee’s choice of health insurance coverage. Employees are also covered by life insurance and long-term disability insurance. Employees may enroll in the McGranahanPBK 401(k) plan with discretionary matching contributions after eligibility has been met. Employees accrue a minimum of 2 weeks of paid time off during their first year with McGranahanPBK, an additional week of paid time off during our winter break (12 / 26-12 / 31), 6.5 days of sick leave, and we observe 9 1 / 2 holidays. The expected pay range for this position, based on experience, skills, and knowledge applicable to the role is $110,000 to $166,000.

At PBK, the most accomplished and passionate architects, engineers, and thought leaders are working together to shape the future. We encourage our team to adopt an entrepreneurial approach to professional growth; there are no limits to what one can do or become at PBK. Our culture empowers our people to explore their interests, try new things, and create their own path to success – however they may define it.

We recognize the value of work-life balance and believe in rewarding our employees’ hard work. We offer alternative work scheduling to allow employees greater flexibility, monthly happy hours and regular team outings, additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s, an Employee Assistance Program that supports each individual’s needs, and so much more!

  • Additional PTO between Christmas and New Years
  • Your birthday off
  • Community involvement through recreation & service
  • Flexible "dress for your day" policy
  • Paid parental leave for birth or adoption
  • Firm covers employee healthcare premiums
  • 401(k) program
  • Costco / Sam's Club membership
  • 4,000 license bonus
  • Dynamic company with quick advancement
  • Online professional licensure exam prep library
  • Opportunities to work on a variety of project types
  • Weekly continuing education lunch & learn sessions

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Salary : $110,000 - $166,000

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