Residential Design Project Lead

True Design Studios; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

True Design Studios in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Residential Design Project Lead to own and deliver complex residential design projects from kickoff to completion.

You will coordinate cross-disciplinary teams, ensure design quality and documentation accuracy, and maintain client alignment with design intent and schedules.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Architecture or Interior Design, 3–5 years of residential design experience, and proficiency in Revit and design software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field.
• 3–5 years of progressively responsible residential design experience.
• Experience delivering residential design documentation and coordinating project execution.
• Advanced knowledge of residential detailing, construction documentation, and design standards.
• Proficiency in Revit and applicable design software.

Responsibilities

• Own assigned residential design projects or defined workstreams from kickoff through completed design deliverables.
• Coordinate project activities across design teams to meet milestones and commitments.
• Ensure design packages are complete, coordinated, accurate, and review-ready.
• Maintain client communication on scope, requirements, and status.
• Support design quality and documentation standards across projects.

Skills

Project leadership

Coordination

Client communication

Quality control

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture / Interior Design

Tools

Revit

Job description

Position SummaryThe Residential Design Project Lead is a professional project leadership role responsible for the successful execution, coordination, and delivery of residential design projects. This position serves as the primary owner of assigned projects and workstreams, ensuring design quality, schedule performance, documentation accuracy, and adherence to client requirements and firm standards.Residential Design Project Leads may be assigned to either the Business Unit or Operations Unit based on organizational needs. While reporting relationships, client interaction, and day-to-day priorities may vary, Project Leads are consistently accountable for project execution, technical coordination, quality assurance, and successful project delivery.The Residential Design Project Lead works collaboratively with Residential Design Associates, Specialists, Production Managers, and Senior Project Leads to ensure projects are delivered accurately, efficiently, and in alignment with approved design intent. This role requires strong technical judgment, project ownership, and leadership capabilities while serving as a key step in the professional career path toward Senior Project Lead responsibilities.Primary Duties & ResponsibilitiesProject Execution & OwnershipOwn assigned residential design projects or defined workstreams from kickoff through completed design deliverables.Plan, coordinate, and execute project schedules, milestones, and deliverables to support successful project outcomes.Coordinate project activities across Associates, Specialists, Production Managers, and other project resources to ensure delivery commitments are achieved.Monitor project progress and proactively address schedule, coordination, or execution challenges.Ensure design packages are complete, coordinated, accurate, and ready for review and delivery.Client & External CoordinationDepending on organizational assignment, serve as a primary technical point of contact for clients, trade partners, AHJs, and other external stakeholders.Participate in client meetings to discuss project scope, design intent, technical requirements, and project status.Ensure assigned work aligns with client specifications, project requirements, and approved design standards.Support external communication related to project execution and design coordination.Design Quality & DocumentationMaintain accountability for the accuracy, quality, and coordination of assigned design deliverables.Ensure compliance with approved firm standards, templates, product systems, and technical requirements.Perform self-checks and intermediate reviews prior to senior-level quality control reviews.Exercise independent technical judgment while ensuring compliance with approved design standards, client requirements, and project objectives.Identify and resolve execution-level issues before escalation.Product Development & Technical ContributionSupport residential product development initiatives through project-based insight, testing, implementation, and execution of approved design solutions.Perform and coordinate Schematic Design (SD) and Design Development (DD) activities as assigned.Support the translation of approved design intent into coordinated design documentation.Apply approved product systems and technical content consistently across projects.Provide feedback regarding constructability, usability, documentation clarity, and execution challenges encountered during project delivery.Team Coordination & DevelopmentCollaborate effectively with Project Leads, Associates, Specialists, Production Managers, and senior leadership.Support the development of Residential Design Associates through coaching, technical guidance, and project-based mentorship.Escalate risks, schedule concerns, technical challenges, and resource needs appropriately.Promote collaboration, accountability, and adherence to firm standards across project teams.Process Improvement & Operational DisciplineUtilize firm-standard software, tools, workflows, and documentation procedures consistently.Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to improve quality, efficiency, consistency, and project execution.Maintain compliance with established project handoff, review, and documentation standards.Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge & Experience RequiredBachelor's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field, or equivalent professional experience Preferred3–5 years of progressively responsible residential design experienceDemonstrated experience delivering residential design documentation and coordinating project execution.Advanced knowledge of residential detailing, construction documentation, coordination, and design standards.Proficiency in Revit and applicable design software.Experience working within a structured or production-oriented residential design environment.Exposure to standardized design systems, repeatable residential products, or product development initiatives.Experience coordinating project teams and managing multiple concurrent projects.Skills & AbilitiesStrong project leadership and coordination skills.Excellent organizational and time management abilities.High attention to detail and commitment to quality.Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound project-level decisions.Ability to coach and support the development of less experienced team members.Collaborative, accountable, and solutions-oriented approach to project execution.Work Environment & Physical RequirementsProfessional design studio setting.Limited site visits for coordination or verification with Senior Leadership.Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.Minimal travel requiredDisclaimerThis job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications required. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.