A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Urban Design, or an equivalent field.
At least 4 years of experience.
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, and 3D Max.
Proficiency in SketchUp and InDesign.
Excellent command of written and spoken English.
Ability to work independently and without supervision.
Ability to delegate work laterally to other team members as required.
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Ability to work as part of a team and motivate others.
Responsibilities
Achieve design excellence by assisting in creating designs that are appropriate and aligned with the company’s design philosophy.
Convey the building’s design intent through appropriate documentation, considering the project brief, site, architectural best practices, local codes, approval authorities, and company quality assurance and quality control procedures.
Understand and implement project design principles.
Coordinate between disciplines and sub-consultants.
Provide complete documentation in accordance with the project brief and local codes and approval authorities.
Study and analyze design-related issues involving spatial organization, efficient use of space, and functional arrangements of interior units, utilities, and appurtenances.
Maintain awareness of project contracts, schedules, and deliverables.
Apply cost awareness during the design process.
Prepare, compile, file, and archive drawings, documents, and specifications according to company standards and procedures.
Maintain awareness of current construction and design trends through continuing professional development.
At the concept stage, conduct project research and assist the project leader in compiling a preliminary project report.
Research local codes relevant to projects when required.
Study and prepare detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions illustrating proposed or adopted aspects of architectural plans.
Assist in investigating client briefs by considering options, alternatives, and possibilities.
Participate in preparing presentation materials.
Ensure reports, drawings, and specifications comply with company standards.
At the schematic design stage, provide a complete set of documents required for the design stage.
Coordinate with engineers to execute designs in accordance with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing and structural requirements when required.
Coordinate and submit drawings and documents required for local authority approval.
Analyze spatial organization, efficient use of space, and functional arrangements of interior units, utilities, and appurtenances.
Evaluate concept designs for practicality, buildability, and workability.
Ensure team members understand the concept design intent so it can be followed and enhanced during schematic design to create an integrated design.
At the detail design stage, prepare complete drawings and specifications in conformance with company standards.
Develop exterior, façade, ornamental, and other project-critical design areas.
Coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers, structural engineers, and other disciplines as required.
Coordinate with sub-consultants, including quantity surveyors, landscape architects, building maintenance unit consultants, and specialty contractors, as required.
Ensure drawings and specifications conform to local codes and authority requirements.
Track building design progression to ensure the design intent is followed and enhanced.
Coordinate with all disciplines and the project coordinator to assist with design changes during these stages.
At the tender stage, provide complete documentation required for tender packages, respond to tender queries, and update drawings to reflect necessary revisions.
At the contract stage, provide a complete and current set of documentation conforming to company standards and check that documentation clearly conveys design intent to the contractor.
At the post-contract stage, coordinate with the post-contract team to address unresolved issues and conduct periodic site visits when required by the contract.
Desired Qualifications
Previous experience in residential, mixed-use, and hospitality building design and construction is advantageous.
Previous experience working as part of a team in an office environment is preferred.
Job Description
An Architectural Designer should aim to achieve design excellence by assisting in the creation of designs that are both appropriate and in line with the company’s design philosophy. The role involves ensuring that a building’s design intent is fully conveyed by means of any and all appropriate documentation required. The design should fully consider the project brief, site, best architectural practices and local codes and authority to approve in accordance with the companies QA / QC procedures.
Key Objectives
Understand and properly implement the design principles of projects
Ensure proper coordination between disciplines and sub-consultants
Provide a complete set of documents in accordance with the project brief and in consideration of the local codes and approval authorities
Initiate study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and / or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
Complete awareness of the project contracts, schedules, and deliverables
Ensure and implement cost awareness during the design process
Ensure that all drawings, documents and specifications are done in accordance with the company’s QA / QC procedure
Ensure proper compilation, filing and archiving of documents for each stage submissions as per the standard company procedure
Ensure constant awareness of current construction and design trends through continuing professional development (CPD)
Key Responsibilities
Concept Stage
Engage in project research and assist the project leader in compiling a preliminary project report
Research local codes relevant to project when required
Study and prepare detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions that illustrate aspects of the architectural plans that are proposed or already adopted
Assist in investigating the client brief in terms of options, alternatives and possibilities
Play an active role in the preparation of presentation material
Ensure all reports, drawings and specifications are done in line with company standards
Schematic Design Stage
Provide a complete set of documents as required in the design stage
Coordinate with engineers in relation to the proper execution of designs in accordance with MEP and structural requirements when required
Coordinate and submit drawings and documents required for the approval of local authorities
Study and analyse design related issues with regards to spatial organization and efficient utilization of spaces and / or of the functional arrangement of interior units, utilities and appurtenances etc.
Thoroughly interrogate concept design for practicality, buildability and workability
Ensure that the design intent of the concept design is understood by all team members and so that it may both be followed and further enhanced during schematic design to create a harmonious and integrated design
Detail Design Stage
Prepare a complete set of drawings and specifications in conformance to company standards
Develop the design of exterior, facades, ornamental work and other areas with vital effect to the project
Coordinate with MEP, structural engineers and other disciplines as required in the project
Coordinate with sub-consultants (e.g. QS, Landscape Architects, BMU Consultants, Specialty Contractors) as required in the project
Assure that all drawings and specifications conform to the local codes and authorities
Follow the design progression of the building(s) to ensure that the design intent is followed and enhanced
Coordinate with all disciplines and the project coordinator to assist in design changes that may arise during these stages
Tender Stage
Provide a complete set of documents as required in the tender documents package
Address and provide response to tender queries
Update the drawings as per the necessary revisions required
Contract Stage
Provide a complete set of documents as required for the contract stage assuring that all drawings and specifications are up to date and in conformance to company standards
Check the documentation for design intent to ensure a full and clear design is passed on to the contractor
Post Contract Stage
Address and coordinate with post contract team for any un-resolved issues
Conduct periodic site visits as required in the contract if applicable
Qualifications
Education and Training
Degree educated - Bachelor / Masters in Architecture, Urban Design or equivalent
Excellent design skills
Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop and 3D Max
Proficiency in SketchUp and InDesign
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Experience
At least 4 years’ experience
Previous experience in residential, mixed use and hospitality building design and construction is advantageous
Previous experience in an office environment working as part of a team is preferred
Personal Qualities
An enthusiasm for design and the built environment
An ambitious personality, capable of achieving
Pro-active in turning up solutions to design related issues and can provide quick manual sketches for better understanding of proportions, spatial arrangements, etc.
Able to multi-task and work independently and without supervision
Ability to delegate work laterally to other members of the team as required
Detail oriented with strong attention to detail
Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Able to work as part of a team and to motivate others
H.W. Lochner has completed its rebrand as Egis following their merger in July 2025, creating a unified US infrastructure business with over 1,500 professionals across 70 offices.
The combined organisation offers services across transportation, water, energy and environmental infrastructure. It integrates Lochner's 80-plus years of US infrastructure experience with Egis' global expertise in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility.
Globally, Egis operates in 70 countries with approximately 23,500 employees. The company ranks 17th on Engineering News-Record's Top 225 International Design Firms list and seventh in transportation.
Laurent Germain, Egis Group CEO, said the rebrand strengthens their US market position and enables them to leverage their global network to address complex client challenges.
Lochner, an Egis Group company, has appointed Karen Wiemelt to its Board of Directors. Wiemelt brings over 35 years of leadership experience in the nuclear and energy sectors, with expertise in programme management, environmental remediation and strategic planning.
Wiemelt previously served as Senior Vice President and General Manager at Jacobs, where she led the company's global Energy, Security and Technology business unit. In that role, she managed a portfolio exceeding $1.5 billion in annual revenue and over 8,000 employees worldwide. She has also served on numerous industry and corporate boards.
Founded in 1944, Lochner merged with Egis Group in July 2025, positioning it as the cornerstone of Egis' US growth strategy. Wiemelt holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the Colorado School of Mines.
CHICAGO, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Egis, a global leader in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations, and mobility services, has acquired RockSol Consulting Group, Inc., a Colorado-based transportation infrastructure firm specializing in engineering, planning, environmental compliance, design, construction management, inspection, and materials testing. The acquisition strengthens Egis' transportation market position in the fast-growing Mountain States and West region of the U.S. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Thornton, Colorado, RockSol is known for the highest standard of reliability and quality in delivering highway, bridge, transit, and public works projects that enhance safety, preserve environmental resources, and improve communities. With more than 240 employees, RockSol serves municipalities, counties, state Departments of Transportation, and federal civilian agencies throughout the Western U.S. "We warmly welcome President and Founder Saeid Saeb and our new colleagues from RockSol," said Terry Ruhl, Chief Executive Officer of Egis in the U.S
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