Turner & Townsend

Preconstruction Architect / Designer

Turner & Townsend

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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Salary

💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Create site layouts, feasibility studies, and early-stage design concepts for new and existing EV operations facilities.
  • Produce detailed drawings and documentation for facility components including service areas, support spaces, and site infrastructure.
  • Design and coordinate EV charging layouts, ensuring compliance with accessibility standards and electrical requirements.
  • Work closely with internal teams (engineering, operations, real estate, facilities) and external partners to align design with operational needs.
  • Manage permitting processes and ensure designs meet applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and environmental standards.
  • Contribute to the creation of design standards and playbooks to ensure consistency across projects and streamline future development.
  • Prepare construction documentation and review shop drawings to ensure design intent is maintained throughout execution.
  • Support long-term infrastructure planning and real estate strategy through design expertise and technical guidance.
  • Participate in site selection and evaluation, providing architectural input during due diligence and planning phases.
  • Conduct design reviews and site visits to ensure construction aligns with approved plans and standards.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in architectural design and pre-construction, ideally in transportation, industrial, or technical facilities
  • Experience designing EV charging infrastructure and coordinating with electrical systems
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other architectural design tools
  • Strong understanding of building codes (ADA, NEC) and permitting processes
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities across diverse teams
  • Creative problem-solving and strategic thinking
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and adapt to shifting priorities
  • Experience developing design standards or playbooks for repeatable infrastructure projects
  • Familiarity with sustainability principles and energy-efficient design strategies