SvN Architects + Planners is looking for a Senior Level Design Architect to join our award-winning team for a number of unique interdisciplinary projects at both the Urban and Architectural scale. This position is designed-focused and requires a deep interest in early phases of projects. The ideal candidate will be passionate and eager to contribute to all phases of the design process. The ideal Senior Level Design Architect candidate will bring a global perspective, critical thinking and a deep commitment to the built environment and issues related to equity and the climate emergency.

Qualifications:

• 5-10 years of experience;
• Exceptional design, communication, organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Experience with early phases of design for mixed-use projects at the urban and architectural scale;
• Exceptional visual and critical thinker;
• Strong interest in sustainable and regenerative design;
• Experience with passive house and net zero design principles including energy modeling, daylighting analysis and life cycle assessment tools are an asset.

Competencies:

• Exceptional design and storytelling skills – generating creative and innovative solutions to problems;
• Excellent leadership and organizational skills including planning, organizing, scheduling in an efficient productive manner with focus on key priorities;
• Attention to detail;
• Enthusiastic and passionate about the work;
• Effective communicator: articulate and patient.