Senior Interior Architect - Southeast Region

Soucie Horner Design Collective; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Soucie Horner Design Collective is seeking a Senior Architect with 5–7 years of luxury residential experience to join our Naples-based design studio. You will lead the architectural design and documentation for custom projects while collaborating with our architecture and interiors teams to create thoughtfully integrated homes from concept through completion.

A presence in the Naples, Southwest Florida area is preferred, with travel across the state and Southeast US; onboarding will occur in our

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Architecture.
• 5-7 years of professional architectural experience.
• 3-5 years of luxury residential experience.
• Proficiency in Sketching, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead custom residential projects from concept through construction completion.
• Prepare and oversee client presentations, design documentation, proposals, budgets, and drawing packages.
• Coordinate with architecture, interior design, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure a cohesive project vision.
• Manage project schedules and coordinate architectural work with product procurement and installation timelines.
• Conduct site visits, oversee construction progress, and make informed field decisions to address existing conditions and unforeseen challenges.
• Serve as the primary architectural resource for clients, maintaining clear communication and delivering exceptional client experiences throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Sketching

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Architect with 5–7 years of luxury residential experience to join our collaborative design studio. This senior-level, non-managerial role is ideal for an architect who is passionate about exceptional design, technical excellence, and delivering elevated client experiences.

Working directly with discerning clients, you will lead the architectural design and documentation for custom projects while collaborating closely with our architecture and interiors teams to create thoughtfully integrated homes from concept through completion.

A presence in the Naples, Southwest Florida area is preferred, as we maintain an office there. The position requires flexibility to travel throughout the state and the Southeast US region to support client meetings, site visits, and project needs as they arise. Initial onboarding and training will take place in our Chicago office, with periodic travel for annual team meetings and other company events.

Successful Candidate Profile:

• Demonstrates executive presence, emotional intelligence, and the ability to communicate with confidence, patience, and authenticity while building lasting client relationships
• Strong design sensibility and attention to detail
• Expertise in custom residential architecture, including millwork and casework
• Knowledge of luxury materials and finishes, including lighting, plumbing fixtures, natural stone, and architectural hardware
• Experience managing construction administration, site visits, and field decisions
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead custom residential projects from concept through construction completion
• Prepare and oversee client presentations, design documentation, proposals, budgets, and drawing packages
• Coordinate with architecture, interior design, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure a cohesive project vision
• Manage project schedules and coordinate architectural work with product procurement and installation timelines
• Conduct site visits, oversee construction progress, and make informed field decisions to address existing conditions and unforeseen challenges
• Serve as the primary architectural resource for clients, maintaining clear communication and delivering exceptional client experiences throughout the project lifecycle

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 5-7 years of professional architectural experience
• 3-5 years of luxury residential experience
• Proficiency in Sketching, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office Suite