Designer – Level 1
Goody Clancy Employer
Boston, MA, USLocation:
Thu, Mar 12 '26Posted On
$63,000 - $70,000 annually Pay:
Firm Overview
As a Boston-based education design firm, we partner with institutions on a variety of new-construction, renewal, and preservation projects to create environments where people are inspired to research, connect, strive, and wonder. Goody Clancy is looking for a Level 1 Designer to actively engage in all project phases.
Position Summary
The Level 1 Designer is a role intended for individuals beginning their professional careers in architecture or design. This position focuses on supporting project teams by documenting design ideas, contributing to presentations, and learning core digital and technical workflows. Architectural Designers work primarily in project teams of two to eight, led by a principal and/or project manager. Designer Level 1 is a position for developing professional who is expected to be an active learner and is engaged in the community outside the office. Experience/interest in higher education and historic or existing buildings is a plus.
Position repots to: Project Manager
Responsibilities
- Document design and technical ideas created by team members.
- Revise drawings and documents under guidance (e.g., incorporate redlines, update existing conditions, take field measurements).
- Assist in preparing design presentations, including drawings, physical models, renderings, and reports.
- Maintain submittal and construction administration logs.
- Manage workflow with direction.
- Follow digital file management protocols and office standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- Degree in architecture or a related field (B.S./B.A., or technical school background).
- Beginning pursuit of professional accreditation.
- Proficiency in graphic representation techniques.
- Basic proficiency of BIM software, workflows, and content creation (Revit).
- Familiarity with presentation software.
- Knowledge of 3D software.
- Ability to coordinate multiple digital tools to produce deliverables.
Compensation / Benefits
- Participation in a 100% employee‑owned firm through our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Firm-sponsored licensing, training, and conference reimbursement
- Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- Medical (70% employer-paid), life, and disability insurance; available dental, optical, cafeteria plan, and 401(k)
- Hybrid workplace: In-office on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; optional WFH days Tuesday and Friday
TO APPLY
Submit by email to hr@goodyclancy.com. Indicate “Designer Level 1” in the subject line. Include a cover letter, resume, and sample portfolio pages (up to 10MB total).
Only candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered.
Goody Clancy is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E‑Verify program. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
Information about the firm and our projects is available at www.goodyclancy.com.
hr@goodyclancy.com
