Senior Architectural Designer
AMDG Architects, Grand Rapids, MI, United States
Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Type:
Full-time
AMDG Architects is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer who is passionate about purpose-driven design, exceptional craft, and client relationships that last. This is an opportunity to shape projects from concept to completion across a broad portfolio: custom residential, private PK-12 and higher education, workplace, healthcare, and more.
If you align with our core values, are detail-driven, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a team that delivers excellent design, we’d love to meet you.
Our Mission To use our gifts and talents in the service of others.
Our Core Values Built to Serve: Using our skills and talents to serve others is the purpose behind everything we do. If our work can bring delight—in ways big and small—we are fulfilling our mission.
Driven to Improve: As individuals and as a team, we continually test ideas and search for areas to improve. It is woven into our culture. We push ourselves not because we’re obligated, but because each of us is driven to become better.
Energized by Challenge: We run toward, not away, from challenge. Our willingness to face complex problems and team with others to create the best possible solution, sets our people and our work apart.
Defined by Excellence: We define excellence by the results we deliver for our clients. Getting there isn’t easy. It takes grit, follow-through, and an abiding commitment to teamwork. For us, excellence is a goal we never stop striving for—with intention, humility, and genuine enthusiasm.
What You’ll Do
Lead and guide the architectural design process through multiple phases: Master Planning, SD through CA
Create excellent graphics and presentation materials that effectively communicate design concepts
Translate goals into client-centered design concepts and detailed construction documentsImplement concepts with design and technical coherence
Why Join AMDG Meaningful Projects: Do work that makes a difference. Your experience and expertise will allow you to serve and grow through meaningful mission-driven and visionary projects. Our project portfolio and client base value excellent, result-driven designs.
Leadership Through the Entire Process: Senior team members stay engaged through all project phases, ensuring design integrity, and deepening client relationships.
Stability & Reputation: We hold a 30+ year track record of successful outcomes that has resulted in long-standing client relationships, a talented, high-performing team, and a reputation for full-spectrum collaboration and an industry-leading standard of excellence.
Collaboration that Elevates your Craft: In-office work Monday–Thursday supports hands-on design, mentorship, and shared learning. Remote work available on Fridays.
Professional Growth that’s Intentional: Paid Michigan licensure and exam fees; CEU opportunities; a mentor-rich environment where you can both lead and learn
100% employer-paid life insurance + disability coverage
Simple IRA with 4% match
Flexible PTO and paid leave programs
Paid parking near our downtown Grand Rapids studio
What You Bring
10+ years in architecture design (high-end residential, K-12/higher ed, workplace preferred)
Bachelor’s or master’s in architecture
Experience in Revit; proficient in SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
Passion for detail, documentation, and client service
Exceptional communication and team collaboration
Motivation to achieve continuous learning, mentoring, and growth
How to Apply We leverage the unique skills and talents of our design team and building partners to achieve extraordinary results for our clients. We invite you to learn more by applying today.
Please send your cover letter ,
resume ,
portfolio , and
compensation expectations
to be considered. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
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Grand Rapids, MI
Type:
Full-time
AMDG Architects is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer who is passionate about purpose-driven design, exceptional craft, and client relationships that last. This is an opportunity to shape projects from concept to completion across a broad portfolio: custom residential, private PK-12 and higher education, workplace, healthcare, and more.
If you align with our core values, are detail-driven, collaborative, and eager to contribute to a team that delivers excellent design, we’d love to meet you.
Our Mission To use our gifts and talents in the service of others.
Our Core Values Built to Serve: Using our skills and talents to serve others is the purpose behind everything we do. If our work can bring delight—in ways big and small—we are fulfilling our mission.
Driven to Improve: As individuals and as a team, we continually test ideas and search for areas to improve. It is woven into our culture. We push ourselves not because we’re obligated, but because each of us is driven to become better.
Energized by Challenge: We run toward, not away, from challenge. Our willingness to face complex problems and team with others to create the best possible solution, sets our people and our work apart.
Defined by Excellence: We define excellence by the results we deliver for our clients. Getting there isn’t easy. It takes grit, follow-through, and an abiding commitment to teamwork. For us, excellence is a goal we never stop striving for—with intention, humility, and genuine enthusiasm.
What You’ll Do
Lead and guide the architectural design process through multiple phases: Master Planning, SD through CA
Create excellent graphics and presentation materials that effectively communicate design concepts
Translate goals into client-centered design concepts and detailed construction documentsImplement concepts with design and technical coherence
Why Join AMDG Meaningful Projects: Do work that makes a difference. Your experience and expertise will allow you to serve and grow through meaningful mission-driven and visionary projects. Our project portfolio and client base value excellent, result-driven designs.
Leadership Through the Entire Process: Senior team members stay engaged through all project phases, ensuring design integrity, and deepening client relationships.
Stability & Reputation: We hold a 30+ year track record of successful outcomes that has resulted in long-standing client relationships, a talented, high-performing team, and a reputation for full-spectrum collaboration and an industry-leading standard of excellence.
Collaboration that Elevates your Craft: In-office work Monday–Thursday supports hands-on design, mentorship, and shared learning. Remote work available on Fridays.
Professional Growth that’s Intentional: Paid Michigan licensure and exam fees; CEU opportunities; a mentor-rich environment where you can both lead and learn
100% employer-paid life insurance + disability coverage
Simple IRA with 4% match
Flexible PTO and paid leave programs
Paid parking near our downtown Grand Rapids studio
What You Bring
10+ years in architecture design (high-end residential, K-12/higher ed, workplace preferred)
Bachelor’s or master’s in architecture
Experience in Revit; proficient in SketchUp and Adobe Creative Suite
Passion for detail, documentation, and client service
Exceptional communication and team collaboration
Motivation to achieve continuous learning, mentoring, and growth
How to Apply We leverage the unique skills and talents of our design team and building partners to achieve extraordinary results for our clients. We invite you to learn more by applying today.
Please send your cover letter ,
resume ,
portfolio , and
compensation expectations
to be considered. Incomplete applications may not be reviewed.
#J-18808-Ljbffr