Job Description

We're Hiring

ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT DESIGNER
Las Vegas, NV (In-person)
Full-Time (Salary)

At Skyterra, we design high-end modern residential architecture rooted in meaning, craft, and place.
We are looking for an Architectural Project Designer who is passionate about exceptional design and
eager to contribute in a collaborative, boutique studio environment.Licensed candidates may be considered for an adjusted title and compensation.

What You'll Do
- Lead the design of high-end residential architecture, interiors, and landscapes with support and
direction from the Principal Architect through sketching, 2D drafting, and 3D modeling in Revit
and SketchUp.
- Develop and direct clear, compelling visual presentations including InDesign layouts, Enscape 3D
renderings, diagrams, and other materials to communicate design intent.
- Conduct site visits and site analysis to understand opportunities, constraints, and project context.
- Research, interpret, and apply building codes, zoning regulations, and HOA requirements to
ensure project feasibility and compliance.
- Explore and evaluate materials, technologies, and construction strategies that support Skyterra's
design vision.
- Serve as a direct point of contact for clients, guiding them throughout the design process and
representing the Skyterra brand with clarity and confidence.
- Coordinate with engineering consultants, contractors, vendors, building departments, and HOAs
to keep projects aligned and moving forward.
- Organize and collaborate with internal team members including design assistants, project
coordinators, and interior designers, ensuring clarity around roles, milestones, and deliverables.
- Develop and contribute to construction documents that align with design intent and firm
standards.- Prepare, track, and maintain project communications including emails, meeting notes, RFIs, and
approvals to create a clear record of decisions.
- Maintain organized digital project files so information is easy to find, share, and reference.
- Participate in construction observation, including responding to RFIs, reviewing shop drawings,
coordinating site meetings, and helping ensure construction aligns with drawings and design
intent.
- Help manage project timelines, foresee risks, and communicate proactively to support
successful outcomes.
- Contribute to ongoing refinement of Skyterra's design and documentation standards by
exploring new tools, workflows, and best practices.
- Support firm-wide storytelling and marketing efforts by contributing design imagery and project
content.

Who You Are
- You have strong design sensibility and are passionate about creating meaningful modern
residential architecture.
- You likely have five or more years of architectural experience, and you hold a professional
architectural degree or a closely related design degree; licensure is valued but not required.
- You are highly proficient in SketchUp, able to generate and manipulate 3D geometry, translating
ideas into 3D representation with confidence and ease.
- You have foundational proficiency in Revit, including modeling projects of moderate complexity
[LOD 300], setting up sheets and views, creating and managing schedules, annotating drawings,
and developing details.
- You have experience using Enscape (or similar real-time rendering tools such as Twinmotion or
Lumion) for design evaluation, walkthroughs, and rendering.
- You are familiar with AutoCAD and can navigate and modify drawings when needed.
- You incorporate basic AI tools (like ChatGPT) to create efficiencies in your personal workflow.
- You confidently (not artistically) sketch ideas by hand to explore concepts and communicate
quickly.
- You understand the fundamentals of building assemblies, systems, and material detailing and
integrate this knowledge into design work.
- You are familiar with the foundations of building code and understand how to conduct, interpret,
and apply regulatory research to support design and approvals.
- You have foundational experience coordinating with engineering consultants and reviewing their
drawings for structural, MEP, and civil integration.
- You're detail-oriented, self-directed, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
- You communicate clearly, listen well, and understand the separation between self and the work--
your priority is always the best project outcome.
- You're proactive, willing to pick up the phone or bring in a teammate to problem-solve and
maintain momentum.
- You're energized by a small studio environment where you can contribute across all phases and
help shape a growing firm.
- You embrace change, explore new tools and methods, and are driven by design excellence.

-Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Starting at $75,000+, commensurate with experience
- Paid Holidays: 11 days annually
- Responsible Time Off (RTO): Unlimited paid time off after 30 days, based on trust and
accountability to project commitments
- Health Reimbursement (QSEHRA): Monthly tax-free reimbursements for insurance premiums.
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) program (beginning 2026) with employer match
- Professional Support: Assistance for those pursuing architectural licensure

Why Skyterra?
- Help create thoughtful, design-forward modern homes across the Southwest and beyond.
- Contribute meaningfully at every stage of the design and construction process.
- Work in a studio that values calm intensity, craftsmanship, and pushing design forward.
- Grow alongside a firm committed to excellence, innovation, and meaningful work.

How to Apply
Ready to join us?
Send your resume, references, and a design portfolio (PDF or web link) to:

apply@skyterra.design

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

If you do not live in Las Vegas, are you willing to relocate at your own expense within 30 days?
Experience:

Adobe InDesign: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person