National Design Director: Lead Design Excellence & Growth

HNTB; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 208,000 - 332,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB is seeking an experienced design leader for a senior role in Los Angeles, CA. You will guide major infrastructure projects, coordinate across offices, and drive the firm’s design excellence vision. This position emphasizes mentorship, client relations, and strategic design leadership.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience with complex projects, proven leadership, and the ability to elevate design quality while aligning with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Planning.
• 10 years’ experience in design of complex projects.
• Proven leadership and staff development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce high quality design work across offices to meet the firm’s standards.
• Lead development and implementation of design activities and committees.
• Mentor and evaluate design staff; support hiring and development.

Skills

Design leadership

Client management

Mentoring staff

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture/Engineering/Planning

Job description

HNTB is seeking an experienced design leader for a senior role in Los Angeles, CA. You will guide major infrastructure projects, coordinate across offices, and drive the firm’s design excellence vision. This position emphasizes mentorship, client relations, and strategic design leadership.

Ideal candidates bring extensive experience with complex projects, proven leadership, and the ability to elevate design quality while aligning with business objectives.