Architectural Designer / Project Manager

Archinect; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Doug Aitken Workshop seeks a talented Architectural Designer / Project Manager to work on the design and realization of international contemporary art, architecture and installation projects. The role blends design and leadership from concept through fabrication and installation, requiring a sharp, motivated architect to drive ambitious projects forward.

This in-person position is based in Los Angeles, with scope and schedule varying by experience and availability, and an emphasis on

Qualifications

• Strong architectural or design background, developed aesthetic sensibility and excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills required.
• Proficiency in Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Experience taking complex architectural, design-build, custom fabrication or other one-off projects from design into physical realization is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop artworks, installations, exhibitions and architectural projects from concept through realization
• Develop designs, details, drawings, 3D models and presentation materials
• Manage projects through technical development, fabrication and installation
• Research materials, fabrication methods and technical solutions
• Establish and maintain project strategies, schedules, budgets and deliverables
• Coordinate collaborators including architects, engineers, fabricators, contractors, institutions and other partners
• Work directly with fabricators to develop details, prototypes, samples and finished work

Job description

Doug Aitken Workshop is seeking a talented Architectural Designer / Project Manager to work on the design and realization of international contemporary art, architecture and installation projects.

We are looking for a sharp, highly motivated architect and designer with the ability to make ambitious projects happen. The ideal candidate combines creative and architectural thinking with the ability to drive complex projects forward — strategically, technically, budgetarily and practically — from initial concept through fabrication and installation.

This role combines design and project leadership, requiring someone who can develop ideas into thoughtful, well-resolved projects and independently drive them through realization.

Responsibilities / Experience

• Design and develop artworks, installations, exhibitions and architectural projects from concept through realization
• Develop designs, details, drawings, 3D models and presentation materials
• Manage projects through technical development, fabrication and installation
• Research materials, fabrication methods and technical solutions
• Establish and maintain project strategies, schedules, budgets and deliverables
• Coordinate collaborators including architects, engineers, fabricators, contractors, institutions and other partners
• Work directly with fabricators to develop details, prototypes, samples and finished work

Strong architectural or design background, developed aesthetic sensibility and excellent organizational, communication and problem-solving skills required.

Proficiency in Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite preferred. Experience taking complex architectural, design-build, custom fabrication or other one-off projects from design into physical realization is highly valued.

Position is in-person and based in Los Angeles. Schedule and scope of engagement may vary depending on experience and availability.