Architectural Designer Jobs

Explore Architectural Designer jobs for experienced professionals seeking challenging design work and competitive compensation. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles where architectural designers help shape buildings and spaces from early concepts through design development and delivery.

What Architectural Designers Do

Architectural designers translate client needs, site conditions, and project requirements into clear, practical design solutions. Depending on the role, they may develop concepts, prepare drawings and 3D models, coordinate with engineers and consultants, support permitting, and help ensure designs meet building codes, accessibility standards, budgets, and schedules.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek design judgment, proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, or BIM platforms, and the ability to communicate ideas through drawings, models, and presentations. Project coordination, knowledge of construction methods and codes, and experience working with clients and multidisciplinary teams can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer and position; some roles may require a professional architecture degree, licensure, or a specific level of project experience.

Career Opportunities

Architectural designers work across sectors such as commercial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, and civic design. Opportunities may focus on conceptual design, technical documentation, sustainable design, project coordination, or specialized building types. Seniority, location, project scope, and employer needs influence compensation, so review each listing for current requirements and pay details.

Find Architectural Designer Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Architectural Designer openings on Ladders and filter opportunities by location, experience, and other preferences. Discover professional roles paying $100,000 or more and take the next step toward work that fits your skills and career ambitions.

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$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex residential projects by coordinating multidisciplinary teams, driving design phases, and ensuring quality while addressing technical and regulatory challenges...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage diverse architectural projects, ensuring quality and client satisfaction while fostering collaboration and innovation. Drive project success through effective co...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing diverse projects, fostering client relationships, and leading design teams. Utilize your expertise to ensure quality deliverables while driving innovation and collabora...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovative design as a Structural Designer, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team on diverse projects that positively impact communities and the environment. Contribute to all design sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative design projects, collaborating with teams and homeowners to create exceptional residential spaces. Bring your expertise to a dynamic design-build environment to...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$70K - $100K *

Shape innovative architectural designs into precise, code-compliant plans. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality solutions while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. D...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $100K *

Transform design concepts into precise architectural plans. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative, code-compliant solutions while managing multiple projects in a dynamic environment. Drive exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality architectural projects from design to completion. Oversee construction administration, coordinate teams, and mentor staff while maintaining client relationsh...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead project design and execution, managing construction phases while ensuring quality and compliance. Foster client relationships, mentor junior staff, and coordinate multidisciplinary collaboration...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Architect, leading teams through all project phases, ensuring quality construction documents, and maintaining budget and schedule compliance while mentoring junior s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of structural design across diverse projects nationwide. Utilize your expertise in AutoCAD and Revit to create innovative solutions while collaborating with multi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by leading design projects for advanced facilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative structural solutions while ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-pace...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$73K - $101K *

Drive innovative architectural solutions by producing compliant design documents, mentoring junior staff, and collaborating with project teams to ensure high-quality deliverables in commercial and ins...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $110K *

Shape your career by designing and detailing moderately complex structural projects. Collaborate with engineering teams to achieve project goals while utilizing advanced CAD and 3D modeling software f...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$89K - $130K *

Shape the future of architectural documentation by collaborating with project teams to create high-quality specifications. Engage in a dynamic environment, balancing multiple projects while ensuring c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as an Architectural Specifications Writer, collaborating with project teams to define goals, prepare project manuals, and ensure quality deliverables. Contribute to sustainable pra...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform architectural design processes by reviewing, preparing, and checking drawings for oil and gas, infrastructure, and mining projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables from concept to complet...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in architectural excellence by overseeing diverse projects from design to completion, ensuring quality and functionality while collaborating with clients and contractors to deliver inn...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic Architecture Team to lead innovative Healthcare projects, fostering client relationships and driving design excellence from concept to construction. Your expertise will shape environm...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Shape the future of high-end residential design by overseeing and managing architectural projects, ensuring quality control, and mentoring junior staff while collaborating across departments to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative design solutions and mentoring a dynamic team. Collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure feasibility and excellence in architectural projects while...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $146K *

Unlock potential by leading multifamily Living projects, coordinating teams to deliver client-focused solutions. Manage project phases, budgets, and client relationships to enhance everyday living exp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead and optimize architectural teams, ensuring design quality and compliance across diverse projects. Drive strategic planning, mentor staff, and manage client relationships while overseeing project...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality architectural projects, ensuring compliance and excellence through all phases while fostering collaboration and innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $115K *

Develop comprehensive construction documents and manage project phases, ensuring compliance with design standards and codes. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring juni...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an architectural designer do?question toggle

    An architectural designer develops and communicates building or space design ideas, creates drawings and models, and may coordinate with clients, engineers, contractors, and other project partners. Responsibilities depend on the employer and project.

  • What qualifications are needed for an architectural designer job?question toggle

    Qualifications vary. Employers may look for a relevant design or architecture degree, a portfolio, proficiency with CAD or BIM software, and experience with building codes and project coordination. Some positions require licensure or specific credentials.

  • Which software skills are useful for architectural designers?question toggle

    Commonly requested tools include Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and other BIM, modeling, drafting, or visualization software. Check individual job descriptions because software requirements differ by role.

  • Do architectural designer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced architectural designer positions offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on location, experience, specialization, employer, and the responsibilities of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs at this salary level.

  • Where can architectural designers find job opportunities?question toggle

    Architectural designers can explore openings across commercial, residential, healthcare, education, hospitality, and civic projects. Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities and lets candidates review roles by location and other preferences.