Designer, Creative Design ​/ Digital Art, Interior Design

Overview

Designer, Project Designer & Senior Designer

For five decades, HPI Architecture has shaped environments that do more than function, they inspire, support, and enrich lives across generations. Our work bridges people and place, creating meaningful spaces rooted in purpose and designed with intention.

Our Brand Promise Reflects Who We Are

With intention, we approach each project with curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and technical finesse. Fully engaging in the process, we design places that reflect the vision and values of our clients and the people they serve.

At HPI, you’ll grow through continuing education, mentorship, and professional development, with opportunities to expand your skills and elevate your craft. We also offer a flexible schedule and hybrid work options to support balance, collaboration, creativity, and well‑being.

HPI’s work spans a range of market sectors, including Housing (Senior Living, Student Housing, Workforce Housing), Higher Education, and K–12. As we look ahead, we’re seeking talented Designers at multiple experience levels who are passionate about design excellence, collaboration, and creating meaningful places. Final role level—Designer, Project Designer, or Senior Designer—will be aligned with experience, skill set, and demonstrated leadership.

Design Responsibilities (All Levels)

• Contribute to the design of architectural projects from early concept through approvals and documentation.
• Develop site studies, planning concepts, spatial strategies, and architectural design ideas.
• Produce high-quality design deliverables, including plans, sections, elevations, diagrams, renderings, and presentation materials.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, technical staff, consultants, and internal design teams to ensure cohesive, coordinated solutions.
• Participate in client presentations, design reviews, and project interviews.
• Ensure design work aligns with project goals, schedules, and budgets.
• Represent HPI in a professional manner in client, community, and industry settings.

• Support project design efforts under the guidance of Project Designers and Senior Designers.
• Develop design options, graphics, and visualizations that clearly communicate ideas.
• Grow technical and design skills through mentorship, feedback, and hands-on project experience.
• Take ownership of assigned tasks while learning to manage priorities and deadlines.

• Support and lead design efforts on portions of projects from concept through approvals.
• Develop design narratives, spatial strategies, and presentation materials with increasing independence.
• Coordinate design tasks with consultants and internal teams.
• Contribute to mentoring junior designers and supporting a collaborative studio culture.
• Balance creativity with functional, technical, and regulatory considerations.

• Lead overall design vision and strategy for projects, guiding teams from concept through key milestones.
• Establish design intent, criteria, and design narratives aligned with client goals.
• Present design concepts with clarity and confidence to clients and stakeholders.
• Mentor and guide Designers and Project Designers to ensure high-quality, cohesive design outcomes.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to align design excellence with project delivery, schedules, and budgets.
• Support business development efforts, including pursuits, interviews, and thought leadership.

To Be Successful in This Role, You Must:

• Strong design sensibility with the ability to translate ideas into clear architectural solutions.
• Effective visual, verbal, and graphic communication skills.
• Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as Revit, Sketch Up, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Curiosity, adaptability, and a desire to continuously learn and grow.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of building systems, materials, codes, and construction…