Design Architects shape buildings and spaces from early concepts through detailed design. They balance creative vision with practical requirements, translating client goals, site conditions, building codes, budgets, and technical constraints into cohesive architectural solutions. Browse Design Architect opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more.
Design Architects develop design concepts, produce drawings and models, coordinate with engineers and consultants, and help guide projects through approvals and construction. Depending on the firm and project, responsibilities may include programming, site analysis, schematic design, design development, material selection, construction documentation, and reviewing work for quality and code compliance.
Employers commonly seek a degree in architecture and experience with architectural design and project delivery. Many roles value licensure, strong portfolios, knowledge of building codes and accessibility standards, and proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and BIM workflows. Communication, collaboration, visualization, and attention to detail are important for coordinating design intent across project teams.
Design Architects work at architecture and design studios, multidisciplinary engineering firms, real estate and development companies, and public-sector organizations. Projects may include commercial offices, housing, healthcare, education, hospitality, cultural spaces, and civic buildings. Responsibilities and specializations vary by employer, project scale, and location.
Explore Design Architect openings and compare opportunities by employer, location, and role requirements. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover architecture careers aligned with their skills and goals. Review each listing for its compensation details, qualifications, and work arrangement.
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Drive transformative PLM initiatives by architecting scalable Siemens Teamcenter solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and engineering excellence across global enterprises through collaboration...
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Drive historic preservation initiatives by leading architectural surveys, managing projects, and advising on regulatory compliance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance cultural resourc...
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Join a team that's dedicated to preserving history through architectural expertise. Lead historic surveys, manage projects, and collaborate with diverse professionals to ensure compliance with preserv...
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Drive historic architectural surveys and studies, oversee project management, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with preservation regulations and enhance cultural resou...
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Analyze and lead historic architectural surveys while collaborating with a diverse team. Drive project management and compliance with preservation regulations, contributing to impactful environmental...
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Empower the future of historic preservation by leading architectural surveys and project management. Collaborate with experts to ensure compliance with preservation regulations while driving business...
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Lead historic architectural surveys and studies, manage project teams, and ensure compliance with preservation regulations while collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals across Florida...
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Elevate your career as a Principal Investigator, leading historic architectural surveys and collaborating with a dynamic team of experts. Drive impactful projects while ensuring compliance with preser...
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Project Architectural Historian
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Join us as a Principal Investigator to lead historic architectural surveys and collaborate with a dynamic team. Your expertise will guide compliance with preservation regulations while driving busines...
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What is a Design Architect?
A Design Architect develops and communicates architectural concepts, then helps refine them into designs that respond to client needs, site conditions, codes, budgets, and technical requirements.
What qualifications are common for Design Architect jobs?
Many positions require an architecture degree and relevant design experience. Employers may also prefer architectural licensure, a strong portfolio, knowledge of building codes and BIM, and proficiency with tools such as Revit, AutoCAD, or Rhino.
What software do Design Architects use?
Common tools include Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, SketchUp, and other visualization, drafting, and building information modeling (BIM) applications. Specific requirements vary by employer and project.
Where can Design Architects find work?
Design Architects may work for architecture studios, engineering and design firms, developers, or public agencies, contributing to projects in sectors such as housing, commercial real estate, healthcare, education, and civic design.
How can I find Design Architect jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Design Architect listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Check each listing for salary information, required experience, location, and other role details.