--- title: 'Senior Architect at DISHER' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/senior-architect-disher-lansing-jm6z6b71bv3g' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-11' --- # Senior Architect at DISHER - **Company:** DISHER - **Location:** Lansing, MI - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** onsite - **Posted:** 2026-02-14 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-11 - **Apply:** https://jobs.lever.co/disher/3cdcc09d-04f8-4469-88c3-f5e8b790bb01 ## Job description Senior Architect - Lansing, MI DISHER is partnering with an engineering-forward architecture firm to add a Senior Architect to their team in Lansing, MI. This company is a full-service, multi-disciplinary practice and true one-stop shop for clients, delivering projects from concept through construction across higher education, K–12, heavy industrial, commercial, healthcare, mixed-use, and multi-family markets. In this role, you will lead the conceptualization, design, planning, and execution of facility-related architectural projects, ensuring they meet client requirements, codes, budgets, and schedule expectations. What it’s like to work here You’ll join a small, highly experienced team that prides itself on doing complex work with the efficiency that many larger firms need far more people to achieve. The culture is relationship-first and community-oriented, built on long-term client partnerships, mutual support, and a strong sense of camaraderie within the team. This environment is well-suited for someone who values quality, collaboration, and having a visible impact on both projects and people. ## What you will get to do - Collaborate with clients to define project objectives, outline goals, and understand budget and scope constraints.​ - Lead the development of architectural designs and detailed construction drawings using Revit and other CAD/BIM tools.​ - Create and present design proposals, including 3D models and visualizations, to clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies. - Ensure compliance with building codes, zoning regulations, and other applicable standards throughout all phases of design and construction.​ - Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate existing conditions and provide recommendations and solutions. - Coordinate closely with internal engineering disciplines and external construction partners to translate design intent into accurate construction plans.​ - Review contractor bids, proposals, and construction documents to help ensure quality, alignment with design, and adherence to project specifications.​ - Oversee construction progress as needed, including site observations and participation in resolving design-related issues in the field. - Work with architects, designers, drafters, engineers, and contractors to maintain effective communication and successful project delivery.​ - Stay current on industry trends, materials, technologies, and best practices in architectural design and construction. What will make you successful - Master’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution preferred; Bachelor’s Degree considered with strong experience.​ - Current license to practice architecture in Michigan (or ability to obtain in a reasonable timeframe); NCARB registration and LEED accreditation are preferred.​ - 8-10 years of professional architectural experience, ideally with industrial, commercial, multi-family, municipal, and/or educational projects.​ - Strong proficiency in Revit and other architectural design software; familiarity with AutoCAD and BIM workflows is highly desirable.​ - Extensive knowledge of architectural principles, building codes, zoning regulations, and construction methodologies.​ - Excellent design and visualization skills with the ability to clearly communicate concepts to clients and internal teams.​ - Strong planning and organizational skills with the ability to manage time and priorities in a dynamic, project-driven environment.​ - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong problem-solving ability, and high attention to detail.​ - Ability to function effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team and to mentor and guide less-experienced staff as appropriate. ## About DISHER ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: DISHER is an engineering, product development, manufacturing technology, and talent solutions firm that partners with clients to innovate and build custom solutions across diverse industries. - **Entity Type**: Private (Employee-Owned via ESOP) - **Headquarters**: Zeeland, Michigan, USA - **Founded**: 2000 - **Founders**: Jeff Disher ## Core Business - **Primary industry/industries**: Engineering Services, Product Development, Manufacturing Technology, Talent Solutions - **Target customers**: B2B, primarily mid-market to Fortune 500 companies across a wide range of industries including automotive, consumer goods, medical, and industrial equipment in the US and globally. - **Mission or purpose statement**: "Making a Positive Difference" — through integral relationships and innovative solutions with customers, coworkers, and communities. Their vision is to leave the world better than they found it. ## Products & Services - **Product Development**: Integrated design and engineering services from concept through production, covering mechanical, electrical, and software engineering. - **Manufacturing Solutions**: Services to streamline processes, boost productivity, and advance manufacturing technology, including automation and process optimization. - **Electronics Engineering**: Design and development of electronic systems and embedded solutions. - **Talent Solutions**: Staffing and consulting to place top engineering, design, and technical talent into client teams (both short-term contractors and permanent hires). - **DISHER Extended Network (DEN)**: A vetted network of freelance and contract professionals (engineers, designers, project managers) who work on a project-by-project basis for DISHER clients. ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Market Cap**: Not publicly available (Private, ESOP-owned company). No external funding rounds. - **Key Metric**: Core team of 130+ employees, with an extended network (DEN) of over 70 experts. Headcount has grown significantly from a one-person operation founded in 2000. - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Not applicable (100% employee-owned). Bi-weekly meetings review state of the business, indicating strong internal transparency on financials. - **Growth Signals**: 130+ core team members signals steady, stable growth over 20+ years. They are an award-winning firm that augments teams for clients ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies, indicating strong reputation and demand. ## Competitive Advantages - **Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)**: Every full-time core employee becomes an owner of the company, fostering a strong sense of ownership and alignment with the company’s long-term success. This is a powerful differentiator. - **Strong, Intentional Culture**: Built on 12 core culture characteristics (e.g., Unvarnished Communication, Trusting Relationships, Innovation, Stewardship) that are actively lived out through weekly team lunches, offsites, and ongoing feedback. - **Flexibility & Autonomy**: No fixed start/end times for workdays. Team members are encouraged to work where they are most productive (office, remote, or at client sites). - **High Employee Satisfaction**: 98% of teammates say DISHER is a great place to work, as per their internal Great Place to Work survey. - **Community Commitment**: 10% of profits are given back to community and nonprofit organizations. Employees get 20 paid hours of volunteer time annually. ## Strategic Focus - **Deepening Client Partnerships**: Moving beyond being "extra hands" to becoming true partners that help clients achieve their vision. - **Continuous Improvement**: Using workplace assessments (Great Place to Work, Denison Organizational Culture Survey) to refine culture and operations. - **Talent Development**: Investing heavily in their people through DISHER University, individual coaching, and personal development opportunities to maintain a high-caliber team. - **Expanding the Extended Network (DEN)**: Growing their network of vetted freelance talent to provide flexible, scalable solutions for clients. ## Why Work Here - **Culture is Core**: DISHER intentionally builds a collaborative, transparent, and supportive environment. Their 12 core characteristics guide how employees treat each other and customers. - **Flexible & Remote-Friendly**: They have no fixed daily start/end times and support working from the office in Zeeland, MI, from home, or at client locations, based on what is most productive. - **Exceptional Benefits**: - **Employee Ownership (ESOP)**: Full-time employees are immediately enrolled in an ESOP, providing a unique retirement benefit in addition to a 401k. - **Generous Time Off**: Up to 4 weeks of vacation plus 11 paid holidays. - **Parental Leave**: 2 weeks off after the birth or adoption of a child. - **Paid Impact Time**: 80 hours per year for community service, professional development, and charitable work. - **Insurance**: Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health resources. - **Team Bonding & Events**: Weekly all-team Friday lunches, two companywide offsites per year, a Christmas party, a summer picnic, and group sports sponsorships. - **Growth & Development**: Formal programs like DISHER University, educational reimbursement, individual coaching, and subject matter communities. ## Sources 1. [disher.com - Company Homepage](https://www.disher.com/) 2. [disher.com - About Us](https://www.disher.com/about/) 3. [disher.com - Careers Page](https://www.disher.com/careers/) 4. [disher.com - Our Culture Page](https://www.disher.com/our-culture/) 5. 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