Lighting Designer (Project Manager Level)

Brian Orter Lighting Design, LLC, is an

architectural lighting design firm

based in New York City.

JOB DESCRIPTION :

We are seeking a skilled Los Angeles / Orange County-based Lighting Designer with extensive project management experience for a local project. You will lead technical production, oversee all project documentation (including drawings, budgets, and schedules), and ensure projects stay on track. This role demands a creative professional with proven project management skills in architectural lighting. You will coordinate with various key players and provide design guidance under senior leadership. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities are essential.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor's degree required in Interior Design, Architecture, or Lighting Design

Minimum 5+ years of experience in Architectural Lighting Design or equivalent

Minimum 3+ years of project management experience, specifically in lighting design

AutoCAD, Revit, BIM, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, Revu Bluebeam, Agi32 or other light modelling software, COMCheck or other energy compliancy software

Familiarity with ASHRAE / IES 90.1 Standards, IES Standards and Guidelines and LEED Standards relative to Lighting

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Hand drawing skills are a plus

Must be fluent in written and spoken English

Must be local to the greater Los Angeles and Orange County area

Background check is required

No relocation provided.

SALARY RANGE : This is a fixed-term contract (6+ months). $50-55 / hour.