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Design Director / Design Principal

architecture · lead

Sets the design vision and quality standard across projects, leading concept development and mentoring design teams.

$130,000

Low

$175,000

Median

$250,000

High

Experience

1530 years of relevant experience

Credentials

Required

Licensed Architect

M.Arch or B.Arch

Preferred

Design awards

Published work

NCARB

Key Responsibilities

Set design vision and direction

Lead concept and schematic design

Present design to clients and juries

Mentor and develop design talent

Uphold firm design standards and portfolio quality

Strength Keywords

Design LeadershipConcept DesignClient PresentationPortfolio

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