Architectural designer jobs in Napa, CA - 370 jobs

Job Type Full Time About the Role Designers are the creative engine of our project teams, pushing boundaries, exploring fresh territory, and solving complex challenges to help our clients achieve their vision. While stylistic influences come and go, at Huntsman, we utilize our experience and expertise to build stunning, inspiring, functional, and enduring solutions focused on wellness, inclusion, and sustainability. Our designers strive for substance in their work - technically, creatively, and socially. Our process is grounded in research, common sense, and boundary-pushing creativity. It spans everything from finding harmonious, code-compliant space-planning solutions to designing beautiful and functional casework. We design for our clients, not for our own egos. Our design is a team endeavor, with creative expression and meaningful projects as the ultimate reward. What You Will Do Partner (in-person and virtually) with the office's senior leadership - Principals, Designers, and Architects - to elevate design ideas, values, and standards Participate (in-person and virtually) in marketing and business development including proposals, interviews, and PR efforts Stay abreast of new design trends and technologies Innovate and solve design challenges creatively Independently act as lead designer for a variety of complex project types simultaneously Manage small to mid-size project teams Collaborate with Project Managers on mid- to large-scale projects Lead (in-person and virtual) meetings with clients including interviews / pitches, real estate tours, visioning, programming, workplace strategy and detailed design presentations Lead all phases of project delivery from fit planning, conceptual design, design development, coordination, preparation of documents, project site tours, and construction administration, through project completion and post-occupancy studies (participate / lead in-person meetings at all phases) Interface (in-person and virtually) directly with clients, product representatives, furniture dealers, fabricators, multidisciplinary consultants, general contractors, and building / planning agencies Participate in cost estimate review and overall design budget analysis and management Review design and technical drawings of other more junior designers and provide in-person mentorship Other related duties as assigned Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ownership and accountability for project- and firm-wide success Excellent design creativity, aptitude, competence, and experience Thought leader and innovator Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent people skills including inspirational and collaborative leadership Ability to excel in a fast-paced, collaborative, team-based design process Extensive knowledge of design research, workplace strategy and FF&E Advanced understanding of corporate commercial real estate objectives Extensive knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural project delivery Initiate mentoring of junior staff within the office and at project site locations Working knowledge of state and local building and fire codes related to interior environments, including accessibility a must Extensive knowledge of CDs and procedures Ability to work in-person in low-, mid-, and high-rise buildings on any floor Experience working in a Citrix environment is highly desired Autodesk Revit skills are a must Enscape modeling skills are nice to have Strong Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) skills are highly desired Experience with Mural collaboration platform is a must Office 365, Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills are a must Hand sketching and conceptual drawing skills are a plus Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED and/or WELL project participation Your Qualifications Bachelor's degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture Minimum 12 years of experience working on interior design and/or architectural projects, with a primary focus on design for workplaces, commercial interiors, and tenant improvement projects Interior Design Certification and LEED and/or WELL accreditation strongly preferred Candidates must have legal working status in the U.S. as Huntsman will not be sponsoring work visas at this time Compensation, Benefits, and Perks Compensation is based on relevant experience and qualifications. Salary for this role is estimated between $115,000 to $145,000 plus benefits Candidates who apply personally to the Huntsman HR email will be eligible for a signing bonus! Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Opportunity to participate in pre-tax Flexible Spending plans for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses, and 401k Comprehensive PTO and paid holidays offering Enrollment in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan after 1 year How to Apply Please e-mail your cover letter, resume, portfolio and/or a link to your work in a single PDF (maximum 10 MB) to: ************************. In your e‑mail subject line, please indicate Senior Interior Designer - San Francisco. About the Company Huntsman Architectural Group is an award-winning architecture and interiors firm dedicated to elevating the human experience by designing places that connect, sustain, and inspire. We actively engage clients as partners in the design process to explore their unique aspirations and culture, while prioritizing wellness, sustainability, and equity in the built environment. The result is places with meaning. We believe in the conservation of environmental resources. Our focus is on realizing the potential of existing buildings through revitalization and inspiring interior environments to create lasting value for our clients and communities. Our services include strategic workplace consulting, interior design, and architecture across a wide array of project types in the commercial, institutional, educational, residential, and other sectors. The firm was established in 1981 and is a 100% ESOP employee‑owned company. Our offices in San Francisco, New York, and Chicago are home to over 60 architects, interior designers, project managers, and support staff who are passionate about their work - explorers and innovators who never lose sight of our client's vision. We maintain a fast‑paced and fun work environment where team‑based success is highly valued. Huntsman is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in its design practice, its operations, and in the greater community by improving access for all to the architecture and design profession. We value our employees' work‑life balance, offering hybrid work (home/office), comprehensive benefits, and paid time off, in addition to competitive salaries. We consider mentoring and continuous learning integral to the long‑term professional development of our team members. Huntsman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek talent in every job position that best supports our clients, teams, and workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race; color; creed; sex; gender (including identity and expression); religion (including dress and grooming practices); marital status; registered domestic partner status; age; national origin or ancestry; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; caregiver status; political affiliation; or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr