Intermediate Architectural Designer
Polytech
The role involves contributing to distinct portions of architectural projects under regular supervision, producing and coordinating deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animations, and demonstrating an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, codes and construction techniques. The employer, Polytech Associates, is a San Francisco-based architecture, planning, and interior design firm focused on the healthcare and commercial markets.
- Location
- California, San Francisco
- Arrangement
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry-level
- Employment
- Full time
- Salary
- $72K - $80K
- Date added
- 2026-10-01
- Last checked
- 2026-10-17
Overview
Description Polytech is currently seeking a skilled Intermediate Architectural Designer to join our San Francisco practice. This is a full-time in-person position.
About Us
Polytech Associates is a San Francisco-based architecture, planning, and interior design firm focused on the healthcare and commercial markets.
Position Responsibilities
- Contributes to the development of distinct portions of a project with regular supervision by Project Leadership. Exhibits initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with a high attention to precision and accuracy at a task-specific level.
- Produces and coordinates presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models and animations.
- Effectively communicates internally through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.
- Creates and innovates with a strong conceptual design ability. Integrates interdisciplinary criteria to effectively move forward the design of a portion of a project.
- Actively collaborates at a project team level by critically and constructively evaluating ideas.
- Demonstrates an intermediate understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details and construction techniques. Is able to enrich design concepts through technical strategies. Effectively uses appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.
- Manages time and workload to meet project task deadlines and commitments with regular interaction and direction from Project Leadership. Shares knowledge with less experienced staff.
Minimum Qualifications
- Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of professional experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
- Professional licensure process is in progress; LEED accreditation preferred.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, parametric and rendering software, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Suite.
Our Benefits
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, PTO, select paid holidays
- Savings: 401(k)
- Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, and education and typically ranges from $72,000 to $80,000. Applicants must have the indefinite right to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Polytech is currently unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. To Apply If you think you would be a good fit, please send your cover letter, resume and portfolio, including relevant professional work, in PDF format to info@polytechae.com?subject=Job%20Application:%20Intermediate%20Architectural%20Designer%20-%20Your%20Name The subject line should read: “Job Application: Intermediate Architectural Designer - Your Name" Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 10-20 pages, maximum 10 MB Selected candidates may be asked to participate in a multi-stage interview process, including a practical Revit exercise in-person.
About Polytech
Polytech Associates is a San Francisco-based architecture, planning, and interior design firm focused on the healthcare and commercial markets.
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