Architectural Designer Portland, ME

Overview
Architectural Designer job at SMRT Architects & Engineers. Portland, ME.

Ready to make your mark in architecture with a team that values your experience and empowers bold ideas? At SMRT, we don’t just design buildings—we solve problems through design. As our next Architectural Staff/Designer, you’ll play a key role in our creative process, contributing to documentation, collaborating with engineering disciplines, and helping ensure our projects meet high standards of quality and compliance. Your work will help bring bold ideas to life and deliver meaningful impact across communities.

What You’ll Do

Assist with code and standards research to support design decisions and ensure compliance.
Help prepare project documentation including meeting notes, agency reviews, and cost estimates.
Contribute to the development of project program requirements and construction schedules.
Produce construction drawings and specifications under guidance from senior staff.
Collaborate with project teams, clients, and consultants to coordinate design and documentation.
Participate in quality control reviews and apply feedback to improve deliverables.
Explore growth opportunities in Design, Technical Development, Sustainability, and Construction Administration.

What Makes SMRT Unique
We’re a team of architects, engineers, planners, and professionals who thrive on solving complex challenges through design. Our clients bring us first‑of‑a‑kind opportunities, tight deadlines, and ambitious goals—and we respond with curiosity, collaboration, and creativity. Founded in 1884, SMRT carries a legacy of innovation into the future, focused on technically complex, high‑performance environments that shape communities and enhance lives. Here, your creativity thrives. Flexible work arrangements support your rhythm. Wellness benefits reflect our belief that health starts with our team. And professional development is part of the journey. We cultivate an inclusive and supportive workplace where people feel fulfilled, challenged, and accepted. We listen, question, design, and deliver—together.

Benefits

Flexible work environment
6 weeks of paid time off (vacation, sick, community service)
Healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with automatic company contribution
Education and training assistance

Requirements

Solid understanding of construction drawings and document production workflows.
Ability to collaborate effectively in project meetings with design teams and consultants.
Proficiency in Revit.
Eagerness to learn and grow within a collaborative team environment.
Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Arts or Science in Architecture, or Master of Architecture with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Associate’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural Studies, Architectural Technology, or Architectural Engineering Technology with a minimum of 4 years of experience.

Equal Opportunity
SMRT is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities.