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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$89K - $129K *

Join a dynamic team to support healthcare projects from design to close-out. Collaborate with project managers and architects, ensuring design excellence and sustainability while managing multiple pro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading medium complexity healthcare projects, collaborating with teams to ensure design excellence and sustainability. Engage in all project phases from conceptualization to const...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving growth in East Michigan's healthcare market. Engage with clients, identify challenges, and connect solutions across disciplines to shape a thriving practice that anticipate...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Manage and oversee multiple architectural projects, ensuring successful execution from investigation to close-out. Collaborate with clients and teams to maintain quality, adherence to codes, and effec...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$73K - $106K *

Transform building design by creating innovative plumbing systems. Collaborate with engineers and architects to deliver high-quality, sustainable solutions while ensuring compliance with industry stan...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing innovative plumbing systems for complex building projects. Contribute your expertise in a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality, sustainable soluti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Optimize high-reliability PCB designs for automotive applications, focusing on manufacturability and signal integrity. Collaborate with suppliers and engineers to ensure robust production release and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading complex projects, fostering client relationships, and mentoring teams. Collaborate with top professionals to deliver innovative solutions across div...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to drive business growth by building strong relationships with designers and contractors. Leverage your expertise to educate clients, secure specifications, and enhance product demand ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K - $93K *

Grow your career with a dynamic multi-discipline team, focusing on electrical system design and construction documentation. Collaborate closely with Senior Engineers to deliver high-quality drawings a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$72K - $108K *

Transform concepts into precise 2D and 3D models, ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with engineers and designers to produce accurate technical documentation and support project...

Nisku, ABIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in preparing detailed cost estimates for heavy civil construction projects, including bridges and marine structures. Collaborate across teams to analyze requirements, develop strategie...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading detailed cost estimations for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring accuracy through comprehensive analysis and collaboration with teams. Mentor junior staff while mana...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $110K *

Champion innovative structural design solutions while collaborating with engineers to analyze and develop buildings and facilities. Leverage your expertise in advanced software and codes to enhance pr...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing advanced mechanical systems for industrial facilities. Leverage your expertise in Revit and mechanical design to shape the reliability and efficiency of cutti...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Engage with design and engineering teams to create precise CAD plans and technical drawings for diverse projects, ensuring adherence to industry standards and project goals while fostering collaborati...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K *

Bring your expertise to lead innovative landscape projects from concept to completion, ensuring excellence in design and execution while collaboratively guiding teams through all phases of the design...

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

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions by transforming customer requests into actionable engineering designs. Collaborate across teams to ensure feasibility and production readiness, while enhancing existing p...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading engineering projects, coordinating teams, and enhancing technical expertise while ensuring compliance with safety standards and managing project performance effectively...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $158K *

Contribute to the successful execution of medium to large-scale construction projects by leading administration efforts, coordinating stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with quality standards and c...

5 days ago

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

$150K - $160K *

Champion innovative digital design strategies and lead BIM initiatives across multidisciplinary teams, enhancing project efficiency and quality while driving technology adoption and staff development...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $160K *

Empower multidisciplinary teams by leading BIM and digital design strategies. Drive innovation and operational excellence while enhancing project efficiency and quality through advanced technologies a...

Huntsville, ALRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by supporting the planning and coordination of diverse commercial and architectural projects, ensuring seamless communication between field teams and project plans while driving...

3 weeks ago

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

$72K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team to support the planning and execution of diverse commercial and architectural projects, ensuring seamless coordination between field operations and project documentation for succes...

3 weeks ago

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

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.