WATG and Wimberly Interiors is hiring: Senior Architectural Designer in Honolulu

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About Watg

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, almost 80 years young, and home to over 500 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

About Watg

WATG is the world’s preeminent destination and hospitality design firm. We are employee-owned, almost 80 years young, and home to over 500 creative, globe-trotting professionals located remotely and in our offices in Atlantic City, California, Dallas, New York, Honolulu, London, Singapore, and Shanghai.

Our approach to design applies a hospitality ethos to the development of all shapes and sizes. From initial feasibility studies to finishing touches, we operate globally as an integrated, multidisciplinary practice. Along with our interior design studio, Wimberly Interiors, we specialize in hospitality, gaming + entertainment, urban + mixed-use, and high-end residential design.

We were founded in Honolulu in 1945, and the spirit of the islands taught us to focus on community strength, self-reliance, and sustainability – which we still prioritize today. We passionately believe that culture and heritage are the roots that lead to long-term resilience. We stay true to our values of designing spaces that respect, protect, and enhance the natural magic of their surroundings while delivering long-term value for our clients and their communities.

WATG is hiring a Senior Architectural Designer for our office in Honolulu.

ROLE

The Senior Architectural Designer coordinates or undertakes the design development, production, and delivery of small to mid-size projects as a member of the project team or on their own projects. The Senior Architectural Designer develops initial design concepts, supports the production of presentation drawings and sketches, and solves design complexities under the direction of senior members of the project team. Assignments require independent action and decision-making, as well as the ability to manage the work of others.

Responsibilities

Under the preliminary direction from the Project Architect or Project Manager, analyzes and develops approaches to the creation and modification of architectural documents, elevations, sections, and details of a project based on the design intent

With the direction from the Project Designer, develops, modifies, and reviews drawings according to established standards

Coordinates the development and implementation of initial project design concepts

Participates in the production of 2D and 3D presentation drawings, sketches, and renderings as well as early design studies for client and / or project team review

Understands and translates design intent into technical documents

Supports project phases from initial design concepts through the completion of construction

Coordinates and communicates project information with other disciplines and with the client representatives, consultants, and contractors

Focuses equally on aesthetic and functional considerations and applies proper QA / QC methods throughout the project

Conducts product and code research and incorporates it into technical documents

May assist in work planning and scheduling processes

Supports the marketing and business development activities of the office when needed

Provides guidance and training to other less experienced members of the team

Incorporates integrated sustainable design solutions into projects

Takes personal responsibility for fostering sustainable work practices

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Minimum of 4 years of experience designing small-to-mid-sized architectural projects, including urban and resort hotels

Architectural license desired

Environmental accreditation desired

Proficient technical knowledge of AutoCAD, 3D modeling and Revit

Sketching skills required

Experience in both team management and project management

Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively within schedules and budgets

Highly effective written and verbal communication and presentation skills

Please include a copy of your resume and portfolio to be considered for this position.

WATG is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type Employment type Full-time

Job function Job function Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries Architecture and Planning

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