Join to apply for the Architectural Designer II role at Populous
Join to apply for the Architectural Designer II role at Populous
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together.
Location: San Francisco
Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together.
Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
What We Offer
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + On-Site Gym + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For
Our preferred candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and transportation facilities.
What Your Day Could Consist Of
Design Conceptualization and Development
- Support the creation and development of design concepts across various project types.
- Produce diagrams, digital models, presentation materials, and other production work to bring ideas to life.
- Collaborate with the team to review and provide feedback on early-phase design concepts, contributing to their refinement.
- Assist in the production of design development documents, construction models, and detailed drawings.
- Contribute to the preparation of construction details in accordance with project specifications.
- Conduct research and support development initiatives as required by the office to enhance project outcomes.
- Prepare and assist in delivering design presentations to clients, communities, public agencies, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Outstanding communication skills with a strong team-oriented mindset, fostering effective collaboration.
- Highly self-motivated, with the ability to excel in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Proven proficiency in creative and innovative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, architectural production, spatial and environmental design, story development, and delivering exceptional design solutions.
- Preferred experience with rendering and 3D modeling software, such as 3DS Max, SketchUp, and Maxwell Render.
- Familiarity with Revit is highly advantageous.
- Exceptional sketching and freehand drawing skills, capable of producing quick and impactful sketches to effectively communicate and sell design concepts. Preferred expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
- Highly self-motivated, with the ability to excel in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
- Professional Degree in Architecture (B. Arch or M. Arch) from an accredited program.
- 5+ years of professional architectural experience.
- Travel may be required.
- Overtime may be necessary.
- The projected salary range for this opportunity is $95,939 - $107,525 annually, and may be more or less depending on skills, experience and education.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on Interior Design magazine’s Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Find us here - Instagram: @WeArePopulous
X: @Populous
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Design, Art/Creative, and Information TechnologyIndustries
Architecture and Planning
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Populous by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Architectural Designer” roles.
Mill Valley, CA $145,000.00-$160,000.00 1 week ago
San Francisco, CA $90,000.00-$111,000.00 1 month ago
San Francisco, CA $97,000.00-$129,200.00 4 days ago
Oakland, CA $85,100.00-$128, months ago
San Francisco, CA $75,000.00-$85,000.00 2 weeks ago
Half Moon Bay, CA $26.00-$35.00 1 week ago
San Francisco County, CA $169,754.00-$206,440.00 2 weeks ago
Oakland, CA $90,000.00-$126,000.00 2 days ago
Oakland, CA $80,000.00-$125,000.00 1 week ago
San Francisco, CA $71,400.00-$91,100.00 4 days ago
San Francisco, CA $73,073.00-$120,049.00 3 days ago
San Francisco, CA $65,000.00-$80,000.00 2 weeks ago
Landscape/Architectural Designer - Mid-Level
San Francisco, CA $115,833.00-$134,791.00 2 months ago
San Francisco, CA $75,000.00-$95,000.00 4 hours ago
Richmond, CA $100,000.00-$125,000.00 4 weeks ago
San Francisco, CA $4,000.00-$8,000.00 2 days ago
San Francisco, CA $118,000.00-$135,000.00 2 weeks ago
San Francisco, CA $82,000.00-$90,000.00 6 days ago
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr