Overview
BSA is seeking a design-driven Architect to join our St. Louis studio. In this role, you will take a leading hand in shaping environments that support healing, learning, and discovery. You will contribute to impactful projects where design excellence and purpose go hand in hand.
What You'll Do
- Lead the design process in collaboration with design principals and senior architects, from early concept through documentation.
- Develop compelling design narratives and visual presentations to communicate ideas to clients and teams.
- Translate complex programmatic and client needs into innovative, functional, and inspiring design solutions.
- Oversee the preparation of design documentation, ensuring clarity and alignment throughout while aligning conceptual design objectives with project specific detailing.
- Coordinate and support the architectural design delivery process across all disciplines ensuring all team members are working in coordination with the project vision
- Participate in project reviews and lead design discussions that elevate the quality of work.
- Balance creativity with project constraints, including scope, budget, and schedule.
- Mentor emerging designers and share insights around design thinking and project storytelling.
- Engage in lessons learned reviews to continuously improve design outcomes.
Education and Experience
Education : Accredited Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.Licensure : Registered Architect with current registration. NCARB certification.Experience :7–15 years of architectural experience, including significant involvement in design. Prior work in healing, learning, or discovery environments.
Strong design portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking and creative problem-solving across project types.Ability to clearly articulate design intent to both internal teams and external clients.A point of view on the future of architecture and awareness of current trends and innovation.Demonstrate knowledge of sustainability strategies and associated rating systems.Why BSA?
At BSA, we empower our team members to make a meaningful impact. As a 100% employee-owned firm recently recognized by Zweig Group as one of the 2025 Best Firms To Work For and a Top 25 Hot Firm, you'll have a direct financial stake in our growth and success while benefiting from a collaborative and innovative environment. Join us and be part of a team dedicated to creating spaces that support healing, learning, and discovery.
What We Offer
Comprehensive benefits from day one (medical, dental, vision)Flexible time off (FTO) and paid parental leaveHybrid work scheduleVolunteer time and giving back programEmployee stock ownership plan (ESOP) and matched retirement fundsCollaborative design studios with modern tools and supportWhy You\'ll Thrive at BSA
Our core values shape our culture and our design approach :
We Are Purposeful – We create environments that inspire and support people doing important work.We Are Learners – We embrace design exploration and evolution.We Are Owners – We take responsibility for design quality, team success, and firm growth.We Are Ideal Team Players – We work humbly and collaboratively to deliver impactful design solutions.If you're passionate about design and excited by projects that serve a greater purpose, we'd love to hear from you.
BSA is an equal opportunity employer.
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