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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Help us drive project success by managing smaller-scale initiatives, coordinating teams, and ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to achieve project g...
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Transform client environments by leading innovative interior design projects. Leverage 12+ years of expertise to mentor teams and deliver tailored solutions that embody sustainability and functional e...
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Empower project success by coordinating interior architecture efforts, assisting with design documentation, and collaborating with teams to ensure project delivery aligns with design intent and budget...
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Join in transforming diverse interior design projects, collaborating across disciplines to present innovative solutions and support the completion of both independent and integrated ventures...
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Senior Job Captain - Interior Design
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Elevate interior design projects by leading the development of comprehensive Design Development and Construction Document packages, ensuring high-quality execution for hospitality and commercial envir...
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Project Architect: Civic + Cultural
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Lead innovative architectural projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance, community-focused designs from concept to construction, while mentoring junior staff and...
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Solution Architect, Forward Deployed Architecture (AI Capability Center)
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Solution Architect, Forward Deployed Architecture (AI Capability Center)
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Unlock potential by transforming business challenges into AI solutions on Azure. Collaborate with engineers to design, build, and maintain secure, efficient architectures while bridging the gap betwee...
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Solution Architect, Forward Deployed Architecture (AI Capability Center)
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Design innovative AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, bridging business needs and engineering execution. Own the architecture, ensure security, and lead the build process while adapting to evolving proje...
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Architect III - Senior Architect
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Join a dynamic team to lead architectural projects from concept to completion, ensuring client satisfaction and project success. Oversee design, manage teams, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliv...
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Lead the design and execution of enterprise IT architecture, ensuring solutions align with technology strategy. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable solutions and drive innovation in complex e...
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Drive architectural excellence by leveraging TIBCO technologies to design and implement robust solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and scalability while providing technical...
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Lead the charge in driving large-scale technical programs across cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment between strategic objectives and engineering execution while managing risks and stakeholder...
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Unlock potential by architecting scalable Salesforce solutions, developing custom logic, and integrating AI tools to enhance workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality...
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Elevate user experiences by developing high-quality Angular applications. Take ownership of the UI workstream, translating business needs into scalable, maintainable solutions while collaborating with...
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing insurance processes through expert SAP FS-CD configuration and quality assurance. Lead initiatives in requirement gathering, system integration, and testing t...
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Project Manager - D.C. High Density
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Contribute to innovative high-rise projects as a Project Manager, leading design teams and ensuring seamless communication. Drive project success through technical expertise, collaboration, and a comm...
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Project Manager - D.C. High Density
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Unlock potential by leading diverse projects from vision to reality. As a Project Manager, you'll coordinate design teams, clients, and consultants, ensuring effective communication and execution of b...
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Unlock your potential by leading design projects for advanced facilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create innovative structural solutions while ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-pace...
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Elevate fire/life safety engineering by developing compliant designs, collaborating with teams, and ensuring client needs are met. Focus on fire protection systems, alarms, and hazard designs for new...
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Shape the future of fire/life safety engineering by developing innovative designs that meet client needs and adhere to industry standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure safety and complianc...
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Project Manager - Architecture
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Contribute to innovative architectural projects, managing design processes and consulting teams to deliver exceptional mixed-use and industrial developments while ensuring adherence to codes and stand...
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Join a team that's redefining design-build excellence by leading project coordination, ensuring compliance, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet cli...
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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.