Architectural Project Designer Jobs

Explore Architectural Project Designer jobs with leading employers on Ladders. These roles help transform project concepts into coordinated, buildable designs, combining creative problem-solving with technical expertise. Find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your architecture career.

What Does an Architectural Project Designer Do?

Architectural Project Designers develop design solutions and carry them through key project phases. Depending on the firm and project, responsibilities may include preparing drawings and models, supporting design development, coordinating with consultants, reviewing building codes, and communicating design intent to clients and project teams. Designers often work closely with project architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with architectural design and documentation, strong visual and technical communication, and familiarity with building systems and applicable codes. Proficiency in tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, or other modeling and visualization software may be valuable. Requirements vary by position and may include a professional architecture degree, licensure, or experience with particular building types and delivery methods.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Architectural Project Designers may work at architecture and design firms, engineering companies, real estate organizations, or in-house corporate teams. Seniority, location, specialization, project complexity, and employer all influence compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities that align with their goals.

Find Architectural Project Designer Jobs on Ladders

Browse current Architectural Project Designer openings, compare role requirements, and identify positions that match your experience. Explore related opportunities in architectural design, project architecture, and design management to broaden your search.

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$90K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale NetSuite projects, enhancing client experiences through strategic project management and collaboration. Utilize your expertise in pre-sales and implementation t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate by leading the architectural transformation of a legacy platform into a scalable, AI-driven solution. Your expertise will guide modernization efforts while enhancing performance and security...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of autonomous systems and cloud-native technologies, driving integration and architecture solutions for defense and commercial sectors. Engage with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $171K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative project management solutions for large law firms. Drive implementations, manage resources, and ensure client satisfaction while navigating complex challenges a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Inspire the future of user experience by leading the design of innovative AI-driven workflows and a scalable design system that enhances multi-product ecosystems. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Lead and optimize PMO strategies for major aviation and infrastructure programs. Drive governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while mentoring a high-performing team to ensure project...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Manage construction projects for new builds and remodels, overseeing vendors and maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Foster collaboration with stakeh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$71K - $128K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $287K *

Lead the charge in shaping cutting-edge Agentic AI solutions for enterprise applications. Collaborate with top software companies to architect, optimize, and deploy innovative AI systems, ensuring rob...

Santa Clara, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

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Milwaukee, WIRemote

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

$77K - $108K *

Innovate high-performance AI network fabrics for accelerated computing. Engage with clients to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring optimal configurations for GPU clusters and data-center infrastructu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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Long Beach, CARemote

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

$80K - $95K *

Champion effective document control by overseeing site access agreements, resolving access issues, and coordinating with environmental consulting teams. Lead a team while ensuring compliance and effic...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

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

$109K - $140K *

Elevate your career by leading project estimation efforts, coordinating with teams, and analyzing complex solutions. Drive project success through meticulous planning and risk analysis while maintaini...

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2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project management for innovative material handling automation, overseeing diverse technologies while managing budgets, resources, and client contracts for successful project execut...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare technology by designing and deploying innovative clinical applications. Leverage your expertise to enhance workflows and improve patient experiences in a dynam...

Miami, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Transform the DAF365 JML process by leading the design and implementation of an automated identity management framework, enhancing operational efficiency and security through innovative architecture a...

Washington, DCRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$99K - $120K *

Build innovative building automation systems in a fast-paced, remote environment. Lead design projects while mentoring junior engineers, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality deliver...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$101K - $129K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable Workday Finance solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and ensure compliance. Drive system architecture and integrati...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing high voltage substation projects, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering strong relationships and driving innovative solutions in a dyn...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Architectural Project Designer?question toggle

    An Architectural Project Designer develops and communicates architectural design solutions, often supporting design development, technical documentation, consultant coordination, and project delivery.

  • What qualifications are common for Architectural Project Designer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for an architecture degree or equivalent experience, design and documentation skills, knowledge of building codes and systems, and proficiency with tools such as Revit or AutoCAD. Some roles may require licensure or specialized project experience.

  • Which software skills are useful for Architectural Project Designers?question toggle

    Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and visualization or rendering tools can be useful. The preferred software depends on the employer, project type, and production workflow.

  • How much do Architectural Project Designers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, specialization, employer, and project scope. Ladders features vetted professional positions paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • Where can I find Architectural Project Designer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Architectural Project Designer listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with compensation of $100,000 or more.