Senior Multi-Family Design Architect

ZipRecruiter; Wien; Vor Ort; USD 130 000 - 150 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading architecture firm offers a Senior Multi-Family Designer/Manager role to lead innovative multifamily projects while mentoring a talented team. This full-time position involves managing diverse projects, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance across jurisdictions. The firm provides competitive compensation, benefits, and opportunities for relocation.

Leistungen

Relocation bonus

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in multifamily project design.
• 3+ years of direct staff management experience.
• Proven history of high-profile, successful projects.

Aufgaben

• Define and execute design vision for multifamily projects.
• Mentor and manage a team of three or more designers.
• Manage 5 to 15 active projects with tight deadlines.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

Design Visioning

Team Leadership

Stakeholder Collaboration

Regulatory Navigation

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

About Lessard Design

Lessard Design Inc. (LDI) has been shaping the future of architecture for over 35 years. With a $25M Architecture division and a $20M Real Estate Development arm, the firm is renowned for its innovative designs and its commitment to creating vibrant, thriving communities.

LDI’s diverse portfolio includes award-winning projects across the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions, ranging from high-rise towers to garden apartments. By blending creative ingenuity with real estate expertise, LDI is redefining what’s possible in the built environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Multi-Family Designer/Manager role offers a rare opportunity to lead transformative multifamily projects while advancing your career at one of the industry’s top firms. From shaping the creative vision to mentoring a talented team, this position is designed for architects ready to leave their mark on the architectural landscape.

Responsibilities

• Creative Leadership: Define and execute the design vision for multifamily projects that align with client goals and community needs.
• Team Development: Mentor and manage a team of three or more designers, fostering collaboration and professional growth.
• Project Oversight: Manage a portfolio of 5 to 15 active projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Technical Expertise: Deliver exceptional designs across various construction types, including:

• Stick frame (wood), light gauge steel, and post-tensioned concrete.
• High-rise, garden apartments, and podium-style (4-over-1, 5-over-1) designs.
• Lobby, leasing, and amenity space planning that elevates the user experience.

• Regulatory Navigation: Lead zoning approvals, site plans, and compliance processes across multiple jurisdictions.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with clients, civil engineers, land use attorneys, and landscape architects to ensure successful project outcomes.
• Client Management: Develop proposals, negotiate contracts, and oversee invoicing with a focus on building lasting relationships.
• Public Representation: Represent projects at public hearings and architecture review boards, showcasing confidence and expertise.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in multifamily project design and 3+ years of direct staff management experience.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in architecture (professional registration required).
• Portfolio: Proven history of high-profile, successful projects with clear contributions.
• Technical Knowledge: Expertise in construction types and zoning processes, particularly in the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions.
• Real Estate Insight: Strong understanding of land acquisition, construction costs, and programming.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary range starting at $130,000 - $150,000 plus bonus, commensurate with experience. The position also includes a relocation bonus (if needed), comprehensive benefits such as robust health insurance, 401(k) matching, and profit sharing.