Senior Planner/Designer — Hybrid Studio Lead (Orlando)

Stratus®; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Life Insurance for employees

401k with employer match

Paid Holidays & PTO

Job summary

Stratus® is seeking a Senior Planner/Designer to lead the Orlando design studio. This senior role blends creativity, innovation, and execution, guiding design teams from concept through development and beyond.

The candidate will combine strong concept ideas, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to deliver contextually responsive, buildable design solutions across diverse project types. The role requires directing early-phase programming, master planning, and design leadership while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of experience in architectural design.
• Portfolio or website link with design projects included.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and various visualization tools and rendering programs.
• Fluency in conceptualizing, programming, presenting to clients, leading workshops, and mentoring emerging designers.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Department Head in overseeing department operations, including staffing, resource allocation, and project execution, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Lead project teams in the design and development of architectural projects, ensuring compliance with building codes and sustainability standards.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients on major projects, ensuring client expectations are met through effective communication with project managers and production teams.
• Support business development by preparing proposals, meeting with potential clients, and contributing to marketing materials.
• Participate in strategic planning for the department, including project prioritization and staffing needs.

Skills

Architectural design

Team leadership

Client presentations

Workshops & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Visualization/Rendering tools

Job description

Stratus® is seeking a Senior Planner/Designer to lead the Orlando design studio. This senior role blends creativity, innovation, and execution, guiding design teams from concept through development and beyond.

The candidate will combine strong concept ideas, technical expertise, and strategic leadership to deliver contextually responsive, buildable design solutions across diverse project types. The role requires directing early-phase programming, master planning, and design leadership while