Design Director — Architecture & Urban Design

Archinect; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DCDC in Detroit seeks a Director to lead architecture and urban design projects, guiding staff through concept, documentation, and construction administration. The role emphasizes project leadership, client coordination, and delivering high-quality materials on schedule.

Candidates should have a professional architecture degree and at least eight years of related experience, with comfort coordinating consultants and using Adobe Cloud, Excel, Teams, and CAD/Revit.

Qualifications

• 8 years of related work experience in architecture or urban design.
• Professional degree in architecture required.
• Proficiency with Adobe Cloud, Excel, Teams, CAD/Revit.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee daily operations of project staff and deliverables.
• Direct and manage projects from concept through construction documents and administration.
• Mentor junior staff and students assigned to projects.
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities and proposals.

Skills

Project leadership

Architectural project management

Mentoring juniors

Education

Professional degree in architecture

Tools

CAD / Revit

Job description

DCDC in Detroit seeks a Director to lead architecture and urban design projects, guiding staff through concept, documentation, and construction administration. The role emphasizes project leadership, client coordination, and delivering high-quality materials on schedule.

Candidates should have a professional architecture degree and at least eight years of related experience, with comfort coordinating consultants and using Adobe Cloud, Excel, Teams, and CAD/Revit.