Lead Designer

Are you a Lead Designer seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of retail, hospitality, light industrial, healthcare, and worship, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service – to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of “empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients’ visions to life,” so if this speaks to you, let’s connect!

At CESO, a Lead Designer is responsible for developing designs for complete architectural building projects including coordination of complex civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering systems with supervision. You will have primary responsibilities that include: 

• Draw detailed scale plans for structures, installations and construction projects based on preliminary concepts, sketches, design guidelines set forth by municipalities and governing agencies and data provided by leadership
• Work independently on 2D and 3D detailed construction drawings and designs using computer aided design (CAD) or building information modeling (BIM) work
• Use independent judgement to create complete architectural construction drawings by using CAD and Revit software
• Interpret and apply company and AHJ standards on all design and layouts
• Design schematic concepts in conjunction with client programs
• Correlate, interpret, and modify data obtained from subconsultant drawings and reports
• Convert and digitize electronic files into useable CAD files
• Prepare all drawings in compliance with company drawing and CAD standards
• Research design options and code issues
• Provide high level of customer service to clients
• Perform redline mark ups as directed by others
• Review civil and SMEP plans to assure coordination with architectural design plans
• Highlight completed redlines, print check drawings and review prior to returning complete work
• Perform other project duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or Interior Design with 6+ years’ experience; or in lieu of a degree, 10+ years of related experience and/or training
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit
• Knowledge of SketchUp, 3D Rendering Software, Photo Editing Software, Newforma and Microsoft Office Suite

• Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule
• Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront
• 401K with a Company Match
• Rewards and Recognition Program
• Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth
• Paid Holidays
• Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage including High Deductible Health Plan
• Welcome Box
• Casual Dress Code
• Reimbursement for Professional Licenses
• Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Employee events such as lunches and outings to foster a positive work environment

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity.  We develop and inspire our Lead Designers through training and coaching on the job.  At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck.  In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.