Lead Design Architect

$106,000 - $126,000/Yr

Integrus Architecture - Portland, OR

Full-time - Senior

Portland, OR

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We seek a Lead Design Architect to cultivate design excellence in our work and to energize our design culture. As the conceptual design driver of our project work, the Lead Design Architect will lead and collaborate with our integrated teams. This role involves working closely with clients and project stakeholders to develop goals and design concepts, then guiding the project team through the development of these concepts. Beyond project work, the Lead Design Architect will play a crucial role in marketing the firm by supporting project pursuits and developing close relationships with clients to cultivate trust and expertise. They will be regarded as a resource in design thinking and innovation, serving as an expert on current design philosophies and trends, while also acting as a mentor to emerging talent across our teams. As a Lead Design Architect, you will be an integral, full-time team member in our Architectural group. Your responsibilities will include developing project direction, understanding program requirements, and creating design concepts. You will collaborate with clients and project stakeholders through engagement and presentations, guiding the project design process while leading and directing the work of assistant designers and technical staff. Additionally, you will oversee design development to ensure clarity and quality of concepts are maintained throughout the design process, monitor project budgets, and participate in client interactions and decision-making. Representing Integrus in marketing efforts and maintaining a strong tone and culture of design within the firm will also be key aspects of your role. A successful candidate is expected to be highly communicative, possess the ability to motivate and inspire others, and be capable of serving as a knowledge expert for project teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop project direction, program understanding, and design concept.
• Collaborate with clients and project stakeholders through engagement and presentations.
• Guide the project design process while leading and directing the work of assistant designers and technical staff.
• Oversee design development to ensure clarity and quality of concepts are maintained throughout the design process.
• Monitor project budgets and participate in client interactions and decision making.
• Represent Integrus in marketing efforts and in the world at large.
• Maintain a strong tone and culture of design in the firm.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in architecture
• Architectural License
• Minimum of 10 years of experience
• Experience in developing architectural concepts through to completion
• Experience with client and stakeholder groups
• Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and graphic skills
• Excellent time management and multitasking skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Public Sector work experience, especially in Higher Education, K-12 education, civic, and federal government project types.
• Competency with Architectural software programs such as Revit, Rhino, Sketchup, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, MS Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Benefits

• 100% Employer-paid insurance for staff, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• 3 weeks vacation plus sick leave.
• 9 paid holidays including 2 flex days.
• FSA plan for dependent care and transportation costs.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Professional licensing and certification support.