Designer II
CannonDesign
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Description
ABOUT THE ROLE
This position will have a design or technical focus and be a member of our multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with design and technical leadership and will be an integral part of project teams. Under the direct supervision of a Licensed Architect and project leadership the primary responsibilities will include the following:
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Independently and under direction, contribute conceptual design and provide architectural design as part of a multi-disciplinary team; including design, material selection, coordination and architectural development.
- Prepare and contribute to design and presentation efforts including 3D design visualizations and other illustrative graphics.
- With direction, contribute to production of the BIM model and associated deliverables.
- Participate in project coordination with other disciplines.
- May take on a leadership role within the team on a particular project issue or topic.
- Review shop drawing submittals with guidance from the Project Architect.
- May participate in site visits.
- Attend and actively participate in project team meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED
- Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field required. Bachelor or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of related professional experience required.
- Strong creative design portfolio is essential.
- Strong communication, teamwork, presentation, graphics, organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects.
- Experience with one or more real-time rendering and 3D rendering software such as Enscape, Twinmotion, and/or V-Ray required, as demonstrated through a portfolio of past and current visualization work.
- Some experience in computational design tools such as Grasshopper and Dynamo preferred.
- Actively pursuing Architectural Registration in the United States preferred.
- LEED accreditation preferred.
- We are relentless in our pursuit of client adoration (not simply satisfaction). Consistent delivery of the best service is what we are about.
- We are committed to ensuring our practice provides equal opportunities for all employees, as we strive to connect with communities around us and focus on the future of design. We support equity, diversity, and inclusion efforts that benefit all employees through the leadership of our DEI Council, our Employee Resource Groups which are open to everyone, and other community initiatives.
- We’re about communication and transparency here. If you want to talk to someone about an idea you have, or a challenge that needs addressing, we’re ready for you.
About this role
CannonDesign is seeking a Designer II to join their Dallas or Houston office on a contract basis, working within a multidisciplinary team on architectural projects. You'll contribute to all phases of design development—from conceptual work through BIM modeling and construction documentation—while creating 3D visualizations and presentation graphics. The role involves collaborating across disciplines, reviewing shop drawings, attending site visits, and potentially leading on specific project topics, all under the supervision of a Licensed Architect.
To be competitive, you'll need at least four years of professional experience, a degree in Architecture or a related field, and a strong portfolio demonstrating your design work. Proficiency in real-time rendering software like Enscape, Twinmotion, or V-Ray is required; experience with computational design tools such as Grasshopper or Dynamo is a plus. The position values strong communication, presentation skills, and the ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously. Active pursuit of Architectural Registration and LEED accreditation are preferred qualifications that would strengthen your candidacy.
How this employer is doing
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- Recent Acquisition
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $60,000 to $120,000
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