Director of Architectural Design

Overview

Lead design standards across multiple markets, mentor teams, and drive architectural excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• integrated collaboration
• design direction
• project oversight
• design leadership
• strategic initiatives

Tasks

-Integrated Collaboration – Collaborate with architects, interior designers, and graphic designers within the firm to develop design solutions across all our market segments. -Design Excellence – You’ll lead the creative direction of architecture projects—whether standalone or integrated—pushing boundaries in our craft and sophistication. You’ll ensure every detail aligns with our vision and oversee projects from concept through execution, making sure creative ideas are innovative, impactful, and aligned with the firm’s high standards. -Leadership & Strategy – Provide design leadership firm-wide, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Develop and implement strategic design initiatives that align with our vision and business objectives.

Requirements

• collaboration
• 10+ years
• award-winning
• mentoring
• communication
• master's

What You Bring

-Collaborative approach—essential in our design-focused, mentorship-based culture -10+ years of experience leading design on complex, high-profile projects across multiple markets -Portfolio demonstrating recognized or award-winning work -Experience managing and mentoring project teams -Outstanding graphic and verbal communication skills -Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution

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Benefits

-401k package with company matching options -Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, disability, maternity/paternity leave, paid holidays, and paid time-off, including the week between Christmas and New Year -Charitable service hours as a paid benefit -College scholarship program for employees’ children -$150,000+ salary, open to negotiation, relocation available -Paid membership in an affiliate professional organization -Flexible working hours -Studio Culture – You’ll shape an inclusive, creative studio environment where ideas thrive. You’ll mentor and grow the next generation of design leaders through hands-on collaboration and guidance.

About Archinect

-Based in Los Angeles, the platform grew from a community forum into a vibrant digital media company. -Its revenue stems from job-board listings, editorial partnerships, event sponsorships and an online store. -Typical projects include global news coverage, firm profiles, competition recaps, and architecture job postings. -Sector expertise spans Buildings, Residential, Commercial, Infrastructure, Education, Urban, and Public sectors. -Standout fact: it operates Outpost—a curated store offering rare architecture books, gifts, events and its own coffee blend.

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