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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive project accounting support, ensuring financial compliance and effective cost management throughout the project lifecycle while fostering strong...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Transform the future of civil design by leading project teams, ensuring quality, and collaborating with clients. Drive technical excellence and mentor staff while managing diverse site development pro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale engineering projects by overseeing design tasks, ensuring compliance, and mentoring team members. Collaborate with project managers to deliver high-quality solutions that meet client...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $170K *

Unlock potential by providing architectural engineering support for DOJ/BOP facilities. Collaborate on technical analyses, document reviews, and design recommendations to enhance decision-making and p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $132K *

Take ownership of multiple projects across various phases in financial services, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and stakeholder satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams and drivi...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by integrating virtual design and construction processes into projects, enhancing workflows, and improving efficiency across teams. Lead technology adoption and create comprehensive B...

Fond Du Lac, WIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform airport advertising environments by conducting site visits, developing signage concepts, and collaborating with design teams. This role combines hands-on fieldwork with creative design to en...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team in fire alarm design. Drive innovative solutions, optimize project performance, and collaborate across departments to ensure compliance and qu...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior VDC Engineer, driving innovative design solutions and enhancing project delivery through advanced BIM technologies and collaboration with diverse teams in a dynamic e...

St. Louis, MORemote

3 days ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping user experiences by driving product design strategy, mentoring teams, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to tackle complex enterprise challenges and enhance de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

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

$134K - $241K *

Deliver transformative transportation solutions by leading project teams, enhancing community infrastructure, and ensuring excellence in project execution through strategic planning and collaboration...

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1 month ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive project delivery and quality as a VDC Operations Manager, overseeing team leadership, model coordination, and prefabrication. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational effic...

Escondido, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $165K *

Lead the commissioning of critical facilities by managing project life cycles, collaborating with diverse teams, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Drive project success through effective co...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $90K *

Unlock your potential in a dynamic design role focusing on low voltage systems. Collaborate with trade teams to produce innovative installation documentation, ensuring accuracy and quality while manag...

Escondido, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $109K *

Unlock potential by driving project execution and fostering collaboration across teams. Manage risks, enhance visibility, and support multiple initiatives to ensure timely delivery and continuous impr...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading proposal efforts for strategic pursuits, collaborating with teams to develop winning strategies, and managing proposal deliverables. Drive quality and compliance while coac...

Denver, CORemote

6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading proposal efforts and collaborating with teams to secure new business. Drive strategy, manage projects, and enhance proposal quality while coaching junior members in a dy...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$75K - $105K *

Transform your career by driving sales and building relationships within the architectural and design community. Leverage your expertise to secure premium paint specifications and enhance brand presen...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform structural solutions through innovative engineering design and analysis. Collaborate remotely with a skilled team to tackle challenging projects while ensuring high-quality standards and eff...

Ohio, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$113K - $142K *

Design and develop structural engineering solutions for modular data centers. Oversee vendor collaboration, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with local codes, delivering repeatable desi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing refurbishment projects, ensuring quality and efficiency in structural repairs, concrete restoration, and more. Lead teams, oversee budgets, and drive project success ac...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$165K - $198K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architectural direction for engineering teams. Collaborate across all levels to design scalable systems, ensuring a cohesive architectural vision while mentor...

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4 weeks ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud solutions by architecting innovative CaaS and cloud-native technologies. Collaborate with customers to tackle complex challenges and drive successful cloud transfor...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $198K *

Lead architectural vision for luxury developments, guiding projects from acquisition to delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure design integrity and quality across the portfolio while advising exec...

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

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.