McMillan Pazdan Smith LLC

19 open positions

Open Positions (19)

Project Designers

west-columbia, South Carolina | Apr 5

Apply Project Designer - West Columbia West Columbia, SC Apply Description McMillan Pazdan Smith is an award-winning architecture, interior design, and advisory services firm with eight studios located in the southeast. Responsibilities: Provide production support Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIs Produce construction documents, revisions, and addenda Take responsibility for finished plans, specifications, and approval of materials and construction Assist with budget management Prepare design presentation materials Work directly with client and/or user group to develop schematic design concepts and programming studies Provide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projects Write specifications as assigned Conduct code research and analysis and review with various agencies for approval Collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors and/or clients Assume project manager role as necessary Prepare project proposals, design team budget, schedule, and workforce projections Supervise and provide guidance regarding overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters Ensure that the project meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards Manage and nurture the client relationship Supervise design team members as necessary Perform construction administration to include facilitation of project communications, maintenance of project records, review and certification of amounts due to contractors, and preparation of change orders Support business development activities as necessary. Workplace Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Interior Designer - Huntsville

huntsville, Alabama | Mar 14

The Interior Designer II is responsible for design and presentation drafting as well as planning, designing, and furnishing the interiors of various public, commercial, and industrial buildings according to needs of clients. Bachelor Degree in interior design or related field Excellent time management skills Self-motivated and ability to work independently Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Full-Time

Design Professional, 2026 Grads - Huntsville Studio

huntsville, Alabama | Mar 8

Description McMillan Pazdan Smith is an award-winning architecture, interior design, and advisory services firm with eleven studios located in the southeast. We pride ourselves on strong client relationships and community partnerships. Our projects represent the work of a collaborative group of dedicated design professionals driven by a solitary goal: to deliver a functional solution that inspire collaboration, function, imagination, constructability, and attributes of a well-constructed environmental design. Ready to apply?

Internship

Project Manager - Commercial Team - Augusta

augusta, Georgia | Mar 8

Responsibilities • Take responsibility for finished plans, specifications, and approval of materials and construction and for managing all aspects of multiple small to large complex projects • Apply sound knowledge of architectural principles and practices in a broad array of assignments and related fields • Lead a collaborative and inclusive design process • Assist with budget management • Prepare design presentation materials • Partner with client and/or user group to develop design • Conduct code research and analysis and review with various agencies for approval • Collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors and/or clients • Supervise and provide guidance regarding overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts • Ensure that the project meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards • Build, manage and nurture client relationships • Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIs • Be a thought leader, research and investigate concepts throughout design process • Actively manage client budgets, schedules, and programs, project communications and documentation, office administrative tasks, and project team assignments • Estimate fees, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals • Serve as primary client liaison to bring the schedule, budgets, and scope of work to completion and to the client's satisfaction. Position Location - Augusta McMillan Pazdan Smith is committed to providing employees with a team environment where we teach each other to improve and reimagine what is possible while creating a shared commitment to earning the trust of our clients and communities. McMillan Pazdan Smith is also committed to providing employees with a comprehensive benefits plan to meet their current and future needs. The employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Project Manager - Healthcare - Augusta

augusta, Georgia | Mar 3

We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Healthcare team • Actively participate in the marketing and business development processes; create and monitor marketing and business development plans • Prepare strategic plans for practice success and establish, communicate, and execute a vision for the market practice • Represent Firm at practice market’s professional and trade organizations • Ensure practice organization, operation, and direction aligns with Firm and practices strategic plans • Foster an environment of learning, collaboration, innovation, professional development, and communication • Review and advocate for individual practice team members’ professional development plans • Take responsibility for finished plans, specifications, and approval of materials and construction and for managing all aspects of multiple small to large complex projects • Prepare design and proposal / presentation materials, estimate fees, determine scope of work • Conduct code research and analysis and review with various agencies for approval • Collaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors and/or clients • Ensure that the project meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standards • Review shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIs • Coordinate all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned project • Actively manage client budgets, schedules, and programs, project communications and documentation, office administrative tasks, and project team assignments • Supervise and/or perform site observations, such as recording and reporting of existing conditions and construction progress • Responsible for major design decisions, involving spatial, aesthetic elements, and detailing of materials • Document the progression of a routine project through correspondence, memos, etc. Preferred Qualifications • Master's Degree of Architecture • Registered as a licensed architect • Experience with Newforma Project Center and/or Newforma Project Analyzer • Experience with Microsoft Project, Bluebeam PDF Revu • Additional relevant certifications indicating additional expertise such as for construction administration, interior design, LEED/Green Globes/sustainability, etc. McMillan Pazdan Smith is committed to providing employees with a team environment where we teach each other to improve and reimagine what is possible while creating a shared commitment to earning the trust of our clients and communities. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Summer Internship 2026 - Augusta Studio

augusta, Georgia | Mar 3

About You: First and foremost, we want you to be curious & creative - this is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow and contribute in a diverse environment and we want you to utilize this experience to learn as much as possible! Below is a list of additional requirements: • Completed at least second year of undergrad in architectural or interior design program • Familiarity with industry software - Autodesk Revit, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite • Previous internship experience is preferred, but not required If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the ‘apply’ button below. The noise level in the construction zone may be loud.While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions. McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetics.

Internship

Project Architect - Civic

augusta, Georgia | Mar 2

• Provide limited, high level, production supervision as necessary for work involving a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements. • Ability to monitor the budget of a task or series of tasks and make necessary adjustments to keep on budget. • Capable of providing leadership to a team that is performing a sequence of tasks. • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Full-Time

Project Designer - West Columbia

west-columbia, South Carolina | Feb 25

Provide production supportReview shop drawings, submittals, and respond to RFIsProduce construction documents, revisions, and addendaTake responsibility for finished plans, specifications, and approval of materials and constructionAssist with budget managementPrepare design presentation materialsWork directly with client and/or user group to develop schematic design concepts and programming studiesProvide professional architectural consultation in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projectsWrite specifications as assignedConduct code research and analysis and review with various agencies for approvalCollaborate with engineers, consultants, contractors and/or clientsAssume project manager role as necessaryPrepare project proposals, design team budget, schedule, and workforce projectionsSupervise and provide guidance regarding overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy mattersEnsure that the project meets environmental, safety, structural, zoning, and aesthetic standardsManage and nurture the client relationshipSupervise design team members as necessaryPerform construction administration to include facilitation of project communications, maintenance of project records, review and certification of amounts due to contractors, and preparation of change ordersSupport business development activities as necessary.Perform other duties as directedRequirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Project Designer - Huntsville

huntsville, Alabama | Jan 22

Here is a list of other required skills: • Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent • Registered as a licensed architect preferred, but not required • Minimum five (5) years combined experience as an intern architect and/or architect • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel software • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software • Proficiency in Revit • Experience with Newforma Project Center • Experience with Newforma Project Analyzer (Planifi) • Experience with Bluebeam PDF Revu • Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals • Thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes, and trends • Excellent time management skills • Ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities • Clear verbal and written communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team • Ability to provide clear direction • Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the ‘apply’ button below. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits.

Full-Time

Interior Designer - Commercial - Atlanta

atlanta, Georgia | Dec 12, 2025

We are seeking a creative, innovative, and talented Senior Interior Designer to join our Charlotte team! Here is a list of other responsibilities related to your role as Senior Interior Designer: • Lead and manage interior design projects in all phases of the design process, including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration. If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the ‘apply’ button below. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Full-Time

Project Architect - Industrial - Huntsville

huntsville, Alabama | Nov 25, 2025

Responsibilities: • Provide limited, high level, production supervision as necessary for work involving a variety of complex features such as conflicting design requirements, unsuitability of conventional materials, and difficult coordination requirements. • Responsible for external communications such as making telephone calls and preparing correspondence to clients, officials, and contractors as required by various projects. • Ability to monitor the budget of a task or series of tasks and make necessary adjustments to keep on budget. • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Full-Time

Project Designer - Huntsville

huntsville, Alabama | Oct 23, 2025

Here is a list of other required skills: • Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent • Registered as a licensed architect preferred, but not required • Minimum five (5) years combined experience as an intern architect and/or architect • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel software • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software • Proficiency in Revit • Experience with Newforma Project Center • Experience with Newforma Project Analyzer (Planifi) • Experience with Bluebeam PDF Revu • Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals • Thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes, and trends • Excellent time management skills • Ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities • Clear verbal and written communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team • Ability to provide clear direction • Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the ‘apply’ button below. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits.

Full-Time

Project Designer - West Columbia

west-columbia, South Carolina | Sep 21, 2025

Here is a list of other required skills: • Bachelor of Architecture or equivalent • Registered as a licensed architect preferred, but not required • Minimum five (5) years combined experience as an intern architect and/or architect • Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel software • Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite software • Proficiency in Revit • Experience with Newforma Project Center • Experience with Newforma Project Analyzer (Planifi) • Experience with Bluebeam PDF Revu • Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals • Thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes, and trends • Excellent time management skills • Ability to effectively and confidently prioritize and execute tasks with many competing priorities • Clear verbal and written communication skills • Strong attention to detail • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team • Ability to provide clear direction • Demonstrated cultural awareness and sensitivity If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the 'apply' button below. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits.

Full-Time

Design Professional, 2025 Grads - Columbia Studio

columbia, South Carolina | Apr 16, 2025

Ready to apply? Workplace Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Internship

Interior Designer

charleston, South Carolina | Mar 23, 2025

We are seeking a creative, innovative, and talented Senior Interior Designer to join our Charleston team! The Senior Interior Designer is responsible for managing design projects and leading design teams, performing design work, participating in design control of projects, and is responsible for managing the project budget. Here is a list of other responsibilities related to your role as Senior Interior Designer: • Lead and manage interior design projects in all phases of the design process, including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration. If this career opportunity sounds like a fit for you and you are ready to join the MPS team, click on the ‘apply’ button below. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Design Professional - Healthcare

charleston, South Carolina | Nov 20, 2024

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Workplace Environment Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Internship

Interior Designer

charleston, South Carolina | Nov 17, 2024

McMillan Pazdan Smith is an award-winning architecture, interior design, and advisory services firm with eight studios located in the southeast. Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, or related field, with NCIDQ certification preferred • 8+ years of relevant interior design experience in a professional environment • Demonstrated portfolio covering various phases of project work and strong ability to communicate and present design concepts effectively • Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Microsoft Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite, along with knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, and procurement • In-depth knowledge of sustainable and universal design concepts, with good aesthetic judgment • Strong understanding of budgets and financial accountability, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively amidst competing priorities • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly • Exceptional customer service skills and flexibility to focus multiple projects in various stages of development • Active participation in industry professional organizations and ability to provide business development for the firm within the practice expertise area • Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals and thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes, and trends • Excellent time management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and cultural awareness • Strong graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas and iterate based on client requests and project constraints. The employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions. In addition to federal law requirements, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Full-Time

Project Designer

charleston, South Carolina | Nov 14, 2024

Our projects represent the work of a collaborative group of dedicated design professionals driven by a solitary goal: to deliver a functional solution that inspire collaboration, function, imagination, constructability, and attributes of a well-constructed environmental design. • Assume project manager role as necessary, prepare project proposals, design team budget, schedule, and workforce projections. McMillan Pazdan Smith is committed to providing employees with a team environment where we teach each other to improve and reimagine what is possible while creating a shared commitment to earning the trust of our clients and communities. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions.

Full-Time

Interior Designer

charleston, South Carolina | Nov 14, 2024

McMillan Pazdan Smith is an award-winning architecture, interior design, and advisory services firm with eight studios located in the southeast. Requirements • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Interior Design, or related field, with NCIDQ certification preferred • 8+ years of relevant interior design experience in a professional environment • Demonstrated portfolio covering various phases of project work and strong ability to communicate and present design concepts effectively • Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Microsoft Suite, and Adobe Creative Suite, along with knowledge of furniture, finishes, materials, and procurement • In-depth knowledge of sustainable and universal design concepts, with good aesthetic judgment • Strong understanding of budgets and financial accountability, with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks effectively amidst competing priorities • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly • Exceptional customer service skills and flexibility to focus multiple projects in various stages of development • Active participation in industry professional organizations and ability to provide business development for the firm within the practice expertise area • Firm grasp of building technology fundamentals and thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes, and trends • Excellent time management, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and cultural awareness • Strong graphics and visualization skills to effectively communicate design ideas and iterate based on client requests and project constraints. The employee may occasionally be exposed to hazardous working conditions in conjunction with construction site visits. While performing the duties of this job in the office work environment, the employee will not be exposed to hazardous working conditions. In addition to federal law requirements, McMillan Pazdan Smith Architecture complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Full-Time