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.

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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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$68K - $104K *

Join a dynamic structural design team to shape innovative engineering solutions. Collaborate with multi-discipline teams to develop 3D structural designs, solve complex issues, and mentor junior talen...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of AI by architecting core building blocks for agentic systems, ensuring robust infrastructure and shared primitives that enhance collaboration across teams and drive innovation i...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform project management by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative land development solutions. Ensure project success through effective scope, schedule, and budget management while...

Kansas City, KSRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of rail vehicles by designing innovative structures and components. Leverage your expertise in 3D CAD and materials to create efficient, compliant designs that en...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Help us advance high-quality digital design by coordinating BIM workflows across multidisciplinary projects. Leverage your expertise in Revit and Autodesk technologies to ensure model integrity, suppo...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$147K - $190K *

Lead the charge in defining and guiding enterprise architecture across product systems and business applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable designs...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to own product design and user experience for an enterprise healthcare platform, creating intuitive interfaces that simplify complex workflows while collaborating closely with prod...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Contribute to the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and engage with clients to deliver...

Rancho Cordova, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Lead the design and analysis of water infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and innovation. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver sustainable solutions that enhance community serv...

Oakland, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Engage in the design and analysis of vital water infrastructure projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring compliance and quality while mentoring junior engineers...

Riverside, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Empower communities by leading innovative water infrastructure projects. As a Senior Structural Engineer, you'll design and analyze critical facilities, mentor junior engineers, and ensure compliance...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$83K *

Join us to support the EVA Remote Observation Camera project by providing design, testing, and verification expertise. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot hardware and ensure project success in a d...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

Franklin, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of designing and implementing bespoke AI solutions, serving as a trusted technical advisor throughout the client journey. Collaborate with teams to enhance integration and optimize auto...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Transform project delivery by managing IT initiatives for California agencies. Collaborate with state staff to ensure timely, budget-compliant outcomes while leveraging Agile methodologies and large s...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $195K *

Innovate and lead the design of identity management solutions, ensuring security and integration across platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and manage critical issues in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the preconstruction process for a major data center campus, guiding it from design through procurement and ensuring alignment with budget and schedule goals. Lead a team, set standards, and in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in architectural design management, coordinating projects, ensuring quality assurance, and fostering collaboration across teams to deliver outstanding results in innovative environment...

Fullerton, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Architect innovative laboratory solutions by designing, developing, and deploying clinical applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and ensure seamless integration, driving ope...

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6 days ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing complex M&A projects and cross-functional initiatives, driving execution from planning to completion while fostering collaboration and alignment among diverse stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $230K *

Lead strategic initiatives in enterprise voice and collaboration technologies, ensuring secure, scalable communication services. Drive modernization, manage vendor relationships, and oversee a multi-m...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive growth by identifying and closing automation opportunities. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions, build lasting customer relationships, and exceed sales targets...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.