Architectural Designer I OR Architectural Designer II
Job Location:
Phoenix, AZ - USA
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Job Summary
At Cuningham we design healthcare environments that shape how people heal work and connect balancing bold creativity with technical precision and a deep respect for the patient and caregiver experience.
We are seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Phoenix team and contribute to healthcare projects across all phases of design and delivery. This role is ideal for a designer who brings curiosity and craft to every challenge and is eager to grow within a collaborative design-driven team. Experience in the healthcare market is a plus but we also welcome candidates with a genuine interest in the market.
Candidates will be considered for Architectural Designer I or II based on qualifications and experience. Designer I (non-exempt) assists in developing design solutions documentation and technical coordination under project leaders guidance. Designer II (exempt) independently advances small to medium portions of project scope with minimal supervision collaborating closely with project leaders consultants and clients.
- Develop design solutions coordination and production efforts across all phases of a project through an iterative collaborative process spanning sketching 2D/3D modeling and computational methods in alignment with project success metrics
- Explore and support regenerative approaches to the design and performance of the built social and natural environments
- Prepare design presentations and support project documentation through both creative design and technical detailing
- Coordinate BIM models with consultants and support general coordination with and review of consultant and vendor drawings
- Participate in construction administration activities alongside the Project Architect and on-site staff including site observations and verifications
- Research exterior materials wall assemblies waterproofing and vertical circulation
- Use MS Office Adobe Creative Suite and Revit/BIM 360; build familiarity with Rhino Enscape and Lumion
- Required: 3 years of professional architectural design experience and a professional degree in Architecture
- Experience in the healthcare market or a genuine interest in growing a career in healthcare design
- Working knowledge of building codes construction documentation and BIM workflows
- A curious collaborative mindset with strong attention to craft and a sense of responsibility for the impact design has on people and the environment
- For Architectural Designer II consideration: demonstrated ability to independently advance project scope with minimal supervision collaborating directly with project leaders consultants and clients
Why Cuningham
At Cuninghamwebelieve the best work happens when people are supported challenged and connected. Whether collaborating across teams engaging with our communities or shaping meaningful design solutions webringpragmatic creativity and disciplined execution to every project and we support each other through it all.
We nurturean equitablework environment where curiosity is celebrated craft is valued and growth is a team thatbrings low-egoexpertiseand active leadership day-to-dayyoullwork on complex high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery.
Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race ethnicity color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity marital status age genetic information national origin disability military or veteran status.
Required Experience:
Staff IC
About Company
Cuningham is an architecture, interior design, urban design, and landscape architecture firm. Together, we create enduring experiences for a healthy world.
