Senior Architectural Designer (Apex)

Senior Architectural Designer Role

We are seeking a Senior Architectural Designer with strong Revit experience to lead commercial amenity projects from concept through construction documents within a collaborative design-build environment. Reports Directly to the CEO.

The ideal candidate is highly proficient in Revit, experienced with BIM 360, and has a strong understanding of applicable building codes and commercial construction documentation. They should also have experience leading small teams and coordinating multidisciplinary engineering consultants while balancing technical execution, constructability, and design intent.

Why Join D. Clugston?

Unlike traditional architecture firms, our team works directly alongside construction professionals throughout the life of the project. Designers receive immediate real-world feedback during construction, creating a highly collaborative and fast-moving environment where projects move efficiently from concept to completion.

Our specialization in community amenities provides the opportunity to work on highly visible projects that are actively shaping residential communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead commercial amenity and clubhouse projects through design development and construction documentation
• Produce and coordinate high-quality Revit-based construction documents across all project phases
• Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing consultants throughout project development
• Manage BIM 360 workflows, model coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Review drawings for quality, constructability, completeness, and code compliance
• Apply knowledge of building codes, accessibility standards, and jurisdictional requirements throughout the design process
• Collaborate closely with internal construction teams during project execution to support efficient project delivery
• Mentor and guide design staff through delegation, technical review, and day-to-day project support
• Manage project schedules, consultant deliverables, and internal deadlines
• Identify and resolve design and coordination conflicts early in the documentation process
• Maintain strong communication with clients, consultants, internal teams, and company leadership
• Support technically sound, organized, and efficient project delivery from concept through construction

Required Skills

• Strong proficiency in Revit and experience producing commercial construction documents
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Bluebeam Revu, and BIM360.
• Experience working with Clients and Managing Client Accounts
• Experience coordinating consultants, including civil, structural, and MEP
• Solid understanding of commercial building codes, accessibility requirements, and construction documentation standards
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience coordinating project schedules, and support team leadership responsibilities
• Experience mentoring or guiding junior team members
• Experience working in a design-build environment is a plus

Qualifications

• A Bachelor or Master of Architecture, or a related undergraduate degree.
• Minimum of eight years of relevant professional experience.

Benefits

D. Clugston offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, professional growth, and long-term financial goals.

• $3,000 signing bonus
• 401(k) with company match: 100% match on the first 3% contributed, 50% on the next 2%
• 100% employee medical coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield (Blue Options)
• Dental and vision coverage available
• Dependent coverage options available
• Paid time off and personal days
• Professional association dues covered
• Financial support for continuing education and applicable certifications

About D. Clugston, Inc.

We're a Design-Build Construction firm focused on the design and construction of community clubhouses and amenities. Since 2004, our Design Division has been creating the plans, from conceptual drawings to the construction documents, for National Builders throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. Working closely with the Design Division, our Build Division has built hundreds of Amenity Centers from Greensboro, NC to Wilmington and we are quickly expanding.