Smith Gee Studio · 2 months ago
Senior Urban Designer
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSmith Gee Studio is seeking a passionate urban designer to join their top-notch team. The candidate will assist with public and private sector projects including zoning entitlements, design guidelines, and large-scale master planning, while fostering collaboration and community engagement.
ArchitectureHospitalityInterior Design
Responsibilities
Design concept master plans for large- and small-scale projects
Prepare zoning entitlement applications and related graphics
Prepare designs and deliverables within project budgets and goals
Craft and manage public outreach processes and represent the organization in professional and public forums
Build and maintain relationships with governmental and quasi-governmental entities; real estate and business groups; civic & community organizations; cultural and professional organizations; and advocacy groups
Learn Metro Nashville’s and other local codes and standards
Other duties, projects, and tasks as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture, Community/Urban Planning, Landscape Architecture, or a closely related field; advanced degree a plus
Anticipated experience level as an urban designer ranges from 4 to 12 years (office experience preferred)
Ability to communicate design ideas and perform simple site planning and massing tasks
Proficient design and rendering skills (i.e. hand drawing, Photoshop, InDesign, Sketchup, AutoCAD, Revit)
Strong interpersonal, written, verbal and analytical skills
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated experience in urban planning and development issues
Ability to assist with facilitating community outreach processes
Willingness to learn about and/or experience with the technical aspects of the public planning and development process
Understanding of urban infrastructure and economic development issues
Benefits
Healthcare
401(k) plans
A dog-friendly, casual workplace
Karaoke parties
Company
Smith Gee Studio
Smith Gee Studio connects architecture, urban design, and interior design through one common thread — a passion for placemaking.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase