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 - $120K *

Optimize healthcare design by leading project execution, ensuring quality, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. Drive compliance with codes and standards while managing documentation and client c...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Manage the development of 2D and 3D drawings, ensuring quality and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and oversee CAD Drafters while adhering to strict deadlines in a dynamic shipyard e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Shape the future of constructability by leading strategic integration and execution of innovative practices across projects, driving consistency, and fostering collaboration between engineering, opera...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Join a team that's advancing constructability practices across major projects. Lead the integration of strategies, mentor teams, and ensure consistent standards while driving continuous improvement in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in constructability practices, overseeing project integration, optimizing workflows, and mentoring experts to enhance efficiency and safety across all design and...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $125K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative architectural designs and solutions. Collaborate across teams, lead projects, and engage in end-to-end design processes, ensuring quality and excellence in...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Oversee project design execution and implementation documentation, managing resources and mentoring staff. Ensure quality standards and effective communication with clients and consultants throughout...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a leading role in managing healthcare architecture projects. Oversee all phases from inception to completion, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction while collaborat...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-performance healthcare design. Lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across multidisciplinary team...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary teams in architectural projects, ensuring code compliance, and delivering high-quality design documents. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to driv...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $122K *

Shape business development strategies in the Pacific Northwest, managing a robust client pipeline, supporting key relationships, and mentoring junior staff to drive regional success and collaboration...

4 weeks ago

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

$105K - $135K *

Elevate business development efforts by managing the Pacific Northwest client pipeline, nurturing relationships, and guiding strategic pursuits while mentoring junior staff to enhance regional engagem...

4 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative structural design through expert REVIT support, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on diverse projects, from brief engagements to extensive multi-office endeavors, ensuring to...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$85K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of diverse projects by providing expert REVIT support and training to structural teams, enhancing model creation and documentation standards through collaboration and innovation i...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$85K - $127K *

Engineer the technical development and coordination of architectural projects, ensuring quality and compliance from design through construction. Lead project teams, resolve complex issues, and collabo...

5 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of architecture by managing projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensure financial performance, and foster client relationships w...

1 week ago

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

$96K - $139K *

Lead the charge in innovative healthcare design, managing diverse projects from concept to completion while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance patient and staff environments through impactfu...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead diverse healthcare design projects, ensuring client visions are realized through innovative planning and documentation. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful sp...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Join a dynamic team as you craft precise architectural specifications, collaborating with architects to ensure high-quality project documentation and stay ahead of industry trends. Elevate your career...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive the architectural vision by leading project teams, ensuring design excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction while transforming concepts into high-performing spaces that enhance business s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in architectural design, ensuring project success through collaboration, compliance, and quality assurance while mentoring a talented team to deliver high-performing spaces that align...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the architectural design and planning of complex projects, ensuring alignment with client vision and operational needs while mentoring teams and driving quality standards throughout project deliv...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading architectural design teams, ensuring compliance with standards, and transforming client visions into high-performing spaces that drive business success...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform client visions into high-performing spaces by leading architectural projects, ensuring design integrity, compliance, and quality. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver innovative sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $94K *

Collaborate with the Architecture team to design and oversee public and private projects, from schematics to construction. Engage with clients to deliver innovative architectural solutions while ensur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.