Bodwé Professional Services Group · 14 hours ago
Senior Architectural Designer
Bodwé Professional Services Group is a professional services firm committed to supporting the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi through integrated architectural and engineering solutions. The Senior Architectural Designer serves as a design leader and primary client contact, ensuring high standards of design excellence and client satisfaction throughout project phases.
ConstructionConsultingInterior DesignProject Management
Responsibilities
Serve as a client contact from project initiation through completion, establishing trust and credibility as the design lead
Facilitate discovery sessions to deeply understand the client’s mission, values, and operational needs
Translate client goals into creative, functional, and culturally responsive design solutions
Lead and coordinate client presentations, ensuring concepts are communicated with clarity, purpose, and passion
Proactively manage client expectations, address concerns, and ensure satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
Partner with the Director of Design to align design vision with client objectives and Bodwé’s cultural and business goals
Foster long-term client relationships that lead to repeat business and referrals
Lead concept development, schematic design, and design detailing for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with client objectives, budgets, and schedules
Integrate cultural, sustainable, and operational considerations into all design work
Review and approve design deliverables, ensuring quality, accuracy, and design intent
Collaborate with the Director of Design and other discipline leaders to set and maintain Bodwé’s design standards
Stay current on design trends, materials, technologies, and industry best practices to continually elevate design quality
Oversee and coordinate all design phases from concept through construction administration
Direct the production of detailed design documentation in Revit and other platforms, ensuring thorough coordination with all disciplines
Review drawing sets for compliance with applicable codes, specifications, and technical requirements
Support construction administration, including site visits, RFIs, and submittal reviews
Anticipate and resolve design and coordination issues before they impact budget or schedule
Manage, coach, and mentor design staff, fostering growth in both design thinking and technical proficiency
Provide clear direction, set priorities, and ensure accountability for project deliverables
Model collaborative leadership, working across studios and disciplines to achieve the best outcomes for clients and the firm
Serve as a role model for Bodwé’s values and guiding principles in all interactions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Architecture from a National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited institution
10+ years of architectural design experience, including leadership in client-facing roles
Must have Real ID or Passport in order to undergo commercial airfare travel
Must have valid driver's license
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present design ideas effectively to clients and teams
Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Lumion, Enscape, and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Master of Architecture
Licensed Architect
CSI CDT Certification
Experience with federal, tribal, and community-based projects
Company
Bodwé Professional Services Group
Bodwé Professional Services Group specializes in facilities management, interior design, and project management services.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
2025-06-10
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