Senior Architectural Staff/Designer
Company: SMRT Inc
Location: Schenectady
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Senior
Architectural Staff/Designer at SMRT — Design the Future Are you
ready to shape the future of architecture with a team that blends
innovation, tradition, and purpose? At SMRT, we don’t just design
buildings—we solve problems through design. As our next Senior
Architectural Staff/Designer, you’ll be at the heart of our
creative process, leading documentation efforts, coordinating with
engineering disciplines, and ensuring every project meets the
highest standards of quality and compliance. Your work will help
bring bold ideas to life and deliver meaningful impact across
communities. What You’ll Do: You’ll guide architectural design and
documentation from concept through construction, contributing to
technically complex, high-performance environments. Conduct code
and standards research to assess design options and ensure
compliance Maintain communication with regulatory and review
agencies; may participate in project interviews or presentations
Manage project documentation including meeting notes, agency
reviews, and cost estimates Develop project program requirements
and oversee construction budgets and schedules Lead the production
of construction drawings and specifications Coordinate design and
documentation activities across project teams, clients, and
consultants Ensure quality control standards are met; may conduct
QC and peer reviews Mentor junior architectural staff and foster
professional growth Explore advancement opportunities in Design,
Technical Leadership, Sustainability, Project Delivery, 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. For more information on who we are and what
we do, visit smrtinc.com/careers 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
What You Bring: Strong understanding of construction drawings and
document production workflows Confidence leading project meetings
with design teams, clients, and consultants Proficiency in Revit A
passion for mentoring and developing junior staff Requirements:
What You Bring: Strong understanding of construction drawings and
document production workflows Confidence leading project meetings
with design teams, clients, and consultants Proficiency in Revit A
passion for mentoring and developing junior staff Requirements:
Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Arts or Science in
Architecture, or Master of Architecture with a minimum of 5 years
of experience or Associate’s Degree in Architecture, Architectural
Studies, Architectural Technology, or Architectural Engineering
Technology with a minimum of 8 years of experience
Keywords: SMRT Inc, Albany , Senior Architectural Staff/Designer, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , Schenectady, New York
