Architectural Designer II or Team Leader at Cuningham (Los Angeles, CA)Architectural Designer II or Team Leader

At Cuningham, we design healthcare environments that shape how people heal, work, and connect, balancing bold creativity with technical precision and a deep respect for the patient and caregiver experience. We are seeking an Architectural Designer to join our Phoenix team and contribute to healthcare projects across all phases of design and delivery. This role is ideal for a designer who brings curiosity and craft to every challenge and is eager to grow within a collaborative, design-driven team. Experience in the healthcare market is a plus, but we also welcome candidates with a genuine interest in the market. Candidates will be considered for Architectural Designer I or II based on qualifications and experience. Designer I (non-exempt) assists in developing design solutions, documentation, and technical coordination under project leaders' guidance. Designer II (exempt) independently advances small to medium portions of project scope with minimal supervision, collaborating closely with project leaders, consultants, and clients.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop creative design solutions, coordination efforts, and production documents throughout all phases of design using sketching, 2D and 3D modeling, and computational design methods.
• Translate design concepts into coordinated, technically sound documentation that supports successful project delivery.
• Participate in client presentations and communicate design ideas clearly and confidently.
• Collaborate closely with architects, interior designers, consultants, contractors, and project teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
• Coordinate BIM models and project documentation internally and with consulting teams.
• Participate in construction administration activities, site observations, and field verification alongside Project Architects and project leaders.
• Apply regenerative and sustainable design principles that positively impact the built, social, and natural environments.
• Research building materials, exterior systems, waterproofing strategies, wall assemblies, vertical circulation, and emerging technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and support technical compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support site analysis, massing studies, programming, and space planning efforts.
• Coordinate with our Specifications team to ensure project quality and consistency.
• Produce high-quality work while taking ownership of assigned project responsibilities.
• Continue developing proficiency in Revit, BIM 360, Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office while expanding your skills in Rhino, Enscape, Lumion, and other emerging visualization tools.

What We Look For:

• 4+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Healthcare project experience is preferred.
• A strong interest in building a career designing healthcare environments is required.
• Experience contributing to projects through multiple phases of design and documentation.
• Proficiency in Revit and BIM workflows.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a desire to continuously improve your craft.
• A passion for learning, mentoring, and growing into greater project leadership responsibilities.
• Working toward architectural licensure is encouraged.

Why Cuningham? At Cuningham, we believe the best work happens when people are supported, challenged, and connected. Whether collaborating across teams, engaging with our communities, or shaping meaningful design solutions, we bring pragmatic creativity and disciplined execution to every project — and we support each other through it all. We nurture an equitable work environment where curiosity is celebrated, craft is valued, and growth is prioritized. Alongside a team that brings low-ego expertise and active leadership day-to-day, you’ll work on complex, high-stakes projects that demand bold thinking and disciplined delivery. _________________________________________________________________________________ Cuningham is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the strength diversity brings to the workplace when combined with equity and justice. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, genetic information, national origin, disability, military, or veteran status.