Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bancroft Staffing Partners is recruiting on behalf of an established California architecture and design firm for a senior design leader to elevate its architectural design practice. The role leads educational project design from concept through delivery, guides teams and clients, and supports design strategy and practice development.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design vision, creative direction, and design excellence across multiple educational projects
• Direct conceptual design, design development, and overall architectural design strategies for DSA, K-12 schools, community colleges, and public-sector facilities
• Provide hands-on design leadership, leveraging Revit, BIM workflows, and advanced visualization tools to develop and communicate innovative solutions
• Collaborate with project managers, architects, technical teams, and consultants to ensure design intent is maintained throughout project delivery
• Lead design presentations, client meetings, workshops, and stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Guide project teams through California educational design requirements, including DSA regulations, accessibility, building codes, and agency coordination
• Mentor and develop emerging designers while fostering a collaborative, design-driven studio culture
• Partner with firm leadership on strategic design initiatives, project pursuits, and long-term practice development

Skills

• 10–15+ years of progressive architectural design experience, including substantial leadership responsibilities
• Strong portfolio of DSA-regulated educational projects, particularly K-12 schools and community colleges
• Proven experience serving as a Design Director, Design Principal, Senior Designer, or equivalent architectural design leader
• Advanced Revit proficiency required, with demonstrated ability to lead design teams using BIM-based workflows
• Strong conceptual design capabilities, architectural creativity, technical understanding, and project execution expertise
• Comprehensive understanding of California educational architecture, DSA requirements, and applicable building codes
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, mentor designers, and manage multiple design initiatives
• Excellent client-facing communication, presentation, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related discipline
• California Architectural License preferred, particularly for Director or Principal-level candidates

Benefits

• Performance-Based Bonuses: Additional earning potential based on individual and firm performance.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Generous PTO: Vacation, holidays, sick time, and personal leave.
• Remote Flexibility: California-based remote work opportunities with a flexible schedule.
• Leadership & Influence: Opportunity to shape design direction, mentor teams, and influence high-impact educational projects.
• Professional Growth: Long-term career advancement opportunities, including senior leadership and principal-level growth.
• Meaningful Projects: Work on innovative K-12 and community college environments that positively impact students, educators, and communities.

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