Lead Design Architect — Residential Innovation & Execution

The American Housing Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Equity participation

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

The American Housing Corporation seeks a Lead Design Architect to shape the look and feel of the new generation of our American Rowhome. You will drive design from concept to construction, leading a residential catalogue with bespoke style across facades and interiors.

This full-time role is based in Austin, TX and ideal for an experienced designer who thrives hands-on work and has potential to grow a team over time. Strong collaboration with product and brand teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of professional architecture or industrial design experience.
• Proven track record from concept to construction.
• Experience with material selection and finish specifications.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and coordination.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural exploration of our rowhome catalogue.
• Lead the curation of interior and exterior finishes, fixtures, and appliances across our product lineup.
• Partner with Product Engineering and Supply Chain to identify suitable suppliers.
• Partner with Product and Brand to define the architectural identity.
• Art direct visualizations.
• Oversee projects through construction and iterate designs based on learnings.

Skills

Design leadership

Concept to construction

Cross-functional collaboration

Visualization direction

Stakeholder presentation

Education

Architecture training

Interior design training

Tools

Rhino

Revit

Enscape

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

The American Housing Corporation seeks a Lead Design Architect to shape the look and feel of the new generation of our American Rowhome. You will drive design from concept to construction, leading a residential catalogue with bespoke style across facades and interiors.

This full-time role is based in Austin, TX and ideal for an experienced designer who thrives hands-on work and has potential to grow a team over time. Strong collaboration with product and brand teams is essential.