Architectural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

At BSA, we design spaces that inspire and enhance healing, learning, and discovery. We are currently seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Raleigh team and help create environments that make a meaningful impact on communities.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with the architectural team to develop design concepts that balance aesthetics, functionality, and client specifications.
• Prepare design documentation, including construction drawings, renderings, and visual presentations.
• Support project delivery through all phases, from design development to construction administration.
• Participate in client meetings, design reviews, and site visits to gain a comprehensive understanding of project lifecycles.
• Conduct research to inform and enhance design solutions.
• Take ownership of assigned portions of projects, ensuring they are completed accurately and within established timelines.
• Contribute to improving design processes by collaborating with team members.
• Pursue professional development, including certification and licensure (if applicable).
• Participate in project debriefs and lessons-learned sessions to support continuous improvement.

Education and Experience:

• Educational Background: Accredited Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Experience: 0-2 years of applicable experience.

Why BSA?

At BSA, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm recently recognized by Zweig Group as one of the 2025 Best Firms To Work For and a Top 25 Hot Firm , you'll have a direct financial stake in our growth and success while benefiting from a collaborative and innovative environment. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating spaces that support healing, learning, and discovery.

Exceptional Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package from day one, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Parental leave
• Hybrid work schedule
• Paid volunteer time and a giving back Program
• Employer-matched retirement funds and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Modern, collaborative work environment with free parking at all studios

Why You’ll Thrive at BSA:

Our core values define us:

• Partners: We value team success as much as individual achievements.
• Purposeful: Our designs are rooted in creating inspired solutions for healing, learning, and discovery.
• Learners: We embrace growth, striving for expertise and sharing knowledge.
• Owners: As employee-owners, we’re empowered to think and act with purpose.
• Ideal Team Players: We are humble, hungry, and smart.

If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply and take the next step in your architecture career with BSA!

BSA is an equal opportunity employer.

BSA is unable to offer visa sponsorship now or in the foreseeable future. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.