Director, Architecture ($139,200 - $176,600)

Irvine Company Chicago; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 139,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Health benefits

Job summary

Irvine Company Apartment Communities, a division of Irvine Company, seeks a Director of Architecture to lead the planning, design, and construction of new apartment communities. You will oversee design standards, collaborate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to deliver projects that meet long-term value and livability goals.

You will direct site development, manage outside design consultants, and work with Development, Construction, and Operations teams to optimize leasing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in architecture or related field is required.
• 8+ years of experience designing apartment/multi-family housing and mixed-use projects.
• Strong understanding of design, livability, and value in development.

Responsibilities

• Directs and orchestrates project planning, site development and building design.
• Informs stakeholders of project status, risks, and critical decisions.
• Leads and manages outside design consultants during all design phases.
• Collaborates with Development & Construction Managers to meet design intent during construction.
• Collaborates with Apartment Operations to optimize leasing performance and property management.
• Coordinates with Office and Retail design teams on mixed-use projects.
• Assists in organizing, preparing, and presenting projects to senior management.

Skills

Architectural design

Project management

Communication

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Adobe Photoshop

Google Docs

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Position Summary

The Director, Architecture is responsible for the planning, design and construction of new apartment communities. This role oversees and manages the design aspects of new development projects, and ensures projects meet company standards for design excellence, livability, and long-term value. Responsibilities include collaborating with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to bring the Irvine Company’s vision to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Directs and orchestrates project planning, site development, building design, internally and externally, while ensuring adherence to Irvine Company’s standards.
• Informs stakeholders of project status, risks, and critical decisions through project updates, workshops, and executive presentations.
• Leads and manages outside design consultants during all phases of design for assigned projects.
• Collaborates with Development & Construction Managers to ensure design intent is met during the construction phase of the assigned projects.
• Collaborates with our Apartment Operations Division in formulating designs that optimize leasing performance and property management.
• Coordinates with Office and Retail Division’s design teams on mixed-use projects in applicable projects.
• Assists in organizing, preparing, and presenting projects to senior management of the company.

Additional Skills

• Basic knowledge of building codes and accessibility
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts clearly and persuasively
• Detail orientated
• Strong organizational and archival skills
• Computer program experience (Google Docs, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Sketch-Up, AutoCAD, Revit)

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in an architecture discipline or related field

Preferred Years Of Relevant Work Experience

• 8+ years of experience in the design of apartment/multi-family housing and mixed-use projects

Additional Requirements

• Valid California driver’s license; Maintain continuous vehicle liability insurance as required by state law. (This role requires the regular and frequent operation of a vehicle, as defined in the Company’s MVR policy, and is part of the essential duties of this position.)

Compensation

Minimum Qualifications / Other Expectations:

Base Pay Range: $139,200.00 - $176,600.00

Actual placement within this range may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.

The Company also offers competitive benefits for full time employees including paid time off, matching 401(k), and health benefits.

About Us

Irvine Company Apartment Communities (a division of Irvine Company) offers a portfolio of more than 125 resort-style apartment communities in coastal California’s most desirable locations: San Diego, Orange County, West Los Angeles and Silicon Valley.

With world-class amenities, resort-like surroundings and an unparalleled commitment to customer service, Irvine Company Apartment Communities redefines the rental-living experience.

We take as much pride in our employee community as we do the communities we create. It’s an environment populated with talented and experienced people, a collaborative spirit and abundant opportunities.

The Irvine Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, termination, and training, without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and local law. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.