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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$108K - $130K *

Manage architectural projects from inception to construction in a dynamic environment. Lead diverse teams, ensure design quality, and effectively communicate with clients to deliver innovative and sus...

Reposted yesterday

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

$93K - $144K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering by designing innovative building systems. Collaborate with architects and engineers to create sustainable solutions from concept to construction, e...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic team in developing 2D and 3D drawings, ensuring quality and collaboration across design and production teams. Utilize your extensive shipyard design experience to drive innovative solut...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of client implementations by architecting efficient, scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive best practices and deliver strategic outcomes for leading pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the future of enterprise solutions by architecting best practices and guiding complex implementations, ensuring efficiency and value across diverse client engagements in a collaborative envir...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining B2B product design by optimizing user experiences across diverse workflows, integrating AI-powered features, and creating impactful solutions for multiple user types. You...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Champion the design coordination of large-scale projects, ensuring seamless collaboration among architects, engineers, and consultants. Drive project success through effective management of design pac...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $165K *

Drive innovative design and programming initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure alignment with standards and budgets. Lead procurement and project management efforts for new developmen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive preconstruction success by managing estimates, bids, and proposals for diverse projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project value and ensure timely execution while aligning with or...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $97K *

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and implement electrical systems for diverse building projects, ensuring compliance with industry standards while enhancing functionality and efficie...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful construction projects by managing all phases from planning to completion. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure compliance, and maintain budgets while delivering quality results on ti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize construction management and capital projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory codes while collaborating with internal teams and external partners to achieve project goals and tim...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $146K *

Transform cloud architecture by implementing security controls and automation, enhancing governance in Azure and multi-cloud environments. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop scalable solutions...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Drive your career forward by leading complex structural engineering projects. Oversee design, construction, and compliance while mentoring a talented team. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$105K - $175K *

Lead the charge in scheduling functions for a major light rail extension project. Oversee critical path analysis, maintain as-built schedules, and advise on risk mitigation while ensuring compliance w...

2 days ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Lead and own the end-to-end data architecture for a modern finance platform, ensuring high data quality and governance, while managing a team, fostering relationships, and driving strategic implementa...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of municipal infrastructure by leveraging your structural engineering expertise. Collaborate on diverse projects in water and wastewater facilities, enhancing you...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in structural engineering for water/wastewater projects, collaborating with multi-discipline teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet client needs and enhance municipal infrastr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you own AV system design and estimating for projects, ensuring accuracy and buildability. Collaborate with sales and operations while developing original designs and maintaining...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $200K *

Engage in the design-build process, coordinating teams and managing risks to ensure projects are ready for construction. Oversee design accuracy, cost efficiency, and effective handoffs to project man...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$85K - $115K *

Drive the future of BIM coordination by leading multidisciplinary model integration, ensuring constructability, and facilitating clash resolution for complex industrial projects. Collaborate with team...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$85K - $115K *

Elevate your career by coordinating multidisciplinary BIM models for complex industrial projects. Lead clash detection, ensure model accuracy, and drive collaboration among teams to deliver high-quali...

Plano, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Engineer innovative manufacturing processes to transition commercial vessels from development to high-rate production. Collaborate with teams to optimize designs and workflows, ensuring timely deliver...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $240K *

Drive impactful design solutions by collaborating with engineering and product teams, validating choices with analytics, and enhancing user flows through innovative UI/UX approaches in a fast-paced en...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance equipment reliability and drive process improvements, providing critical electrical engineering leadership across global manufacturing facilities and major capital proje...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 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.