Architect/Senior Design Lead

Architect/Senior Design Lead

Licensed architect with exceptional design and leadership skills to join our firm on a long-term basis. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping the creative direction, design development, and technical execution of projects, working in collaboration with firm leadership as a design leader with the potential to advance into a principal design role.

Collaborate with firm leadership to establish and maintain design direction across multiple project types.

Monday-Friday 8am-5pm

Salary Range $75K - $110K

Pensacola, Fl.

#3463 #1601

Requirements:

Strong portfolio that demonstrates design excellence, technical expertise, and creative problem-solving across diverse projects.

Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design visualization tools preferred

Licensed architect in the state of Florida with a minimum of 7-10 years of professional experience in architectural design and project leadership

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in architecture

Responsibilities:

*       Lead and participate in all phases of design-from concept and schematic design through construction administration.

*       Develop design concepts, presentations, renderings, and visual materials for client and stakeholder engagement.

*       Oversee & coordinate the production of detailed construction documents to ensure consistency w/design intent & technical accuracy.

*       Manage project schedules, budgets, and staffing to ensure efficient and high-quality project delivery.

*       Coordinate with consultants, engineers, and contractors to achieve integrated design solutions.

*       Conduct site observations, review submittals, respond to RFIs, and participate in construction administration.

*       Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry standards.

*       Mentor and develop junior staff, fostering collaboration and professional growth within the studio.

*       Contribute to business development activities, including proposal preparation and client presentations.

*       Deep understanding of construction materials, detailing, and building systems

*       Proven ability to lead collaborative design processes and manage client relationships effectively

*       Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills

*       Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to balance multiple projects

*       Passion for thoughtful, well-crafted design and a commitment to advancing architectural quality