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Designer, K-12 Sacramento, California, United States; San Francisco, California,

Collins Cooper Carusi Architects, Inc., Sacramento, CA, United States


DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a promise to elevate the human experience through design. This fuels the work we do around the world and inspires our mission to improve the lives of our clients, our communities, and our planet. If this sparks your interest, you’re in the right place.

About K-12 Education at DLR Group Our team of educators, researchers, anthropologists, planners, architects, engineers, building performance experts, and interior designers draw from evidence-based design to aid schools in bridging the gap from old and new to improve all facets of operations, and elevate learning through design. Understanding the rapid pace of technological, social, and cultural change, our K‑12 Education Studio works with schools across the country to navigate this change to better serve communities and improve educational experiences and outcomes for students.

Position Summary In this role, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day design and technical development of projects. You will coordinate all aspects of project document creation and delivery, working closely with our integrated design team to produce high‑quality work. This position requires a strong commitment to meeting project schedules, budgets, and work plans while collaborating effectively with team members to ensure successful project outcomes.

What you will do

Develop creative technical solutions to design challenges while maintaining design excellence

Integrate quality assurance/control and company protocols into project work, coordinating with Project Managers

Assist in maintaining project schedules and coordinating the delivery of project documents

Plan, design, and coordinate projects of various sizes, including complex assignments

Apply advanced architectural concepts and develop new techniques as needed

Ensure BIM standards are implemented and oversee quality control procedures

Lead collaboration within the project team, generating and communicating design ideas

Provide technical guidance to junior staff and ensure alignment of cost estimates with design objectives

Participate in client presentations and contribute to project success through effective communication

Manage time and deliverables in alignment with project schedules and budgets

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in architecture, preferably working with DSA or public projects

Comprehensive technical knowledge with strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills

Undergraduate Degree in Architecture

Proficient in Revit and Bluebeam, with a high level of proficiency in architecture software

Competent in technical design, including evaluating and recommending solutions that meet client needs

Applies sustainable design principles and technical skills in producing precise deliverables

Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, and innovative thinking with attention to detail and accuracy

Actively seeks to enhance knowledge and skills, and contributes to marketing and business development efforts

Professional licensure not required

TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SUBMIT CURRENT PORTFOLIO/WORK SAMPLES IN PDF FORMAT

Benefits Our comprehensive benefits at DLR Group include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401(k) plan, employee stock ownership, and bonus opportunities. Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills.

Pay Range: $75,000 - $100,000 USD

Work Model DLR Group follows a four‑day in‑office work model, with employees having the flexibility to work somewhere else on Fridays.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Veteran/Disabled employer.

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