Architectural Designer

Architectural Designer

We are seeking an experienced Project Architect / Job Captain to lead the design, coordination, and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction. This role is ideal for a licensed architect who thrives in a leadership position—balancing design excellence with technical rigor, team coordination, and client management. The Project Architect / Project Manager serves as the backbone of the project team, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and at the highest quality standard.

• Lead projects through all phases of design, including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Collaborate closely with internal design teams to produce thoughtful, high-quality design solutions.
• Guide iterative design workflows from early concept development through refined, presentation-ready deliverables.
• Oversee architectural documentation, BIM coordination, and drawing production for multiple projects concurrently.
• Ensure alignment with internal QA/QC standards and office best practices.
• Lead zoning and code analysis and ensure compliance with applicable regulations for permit submissions and respond to plan review comments.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary consultant teams, including structural, MEP, civil, and specialty consultants.
• Manage technical detailing, material assemblies, and integration across disciplines.
• Oversee production schedules and milestone deliverables.
• Serve as a primary client contact, managing communication, expectations, and deliverables.
• Participate in proposal development, fee planning, and staffing for construction administration efforts, including site visits, submittal and RFI review, and coordination with contractors.
• Mentor and guide junior staff, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to the evolution of office standards, workflows, and operational procedures.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education.

• Project management
• Proficiency in Revit and related design, modeling, and documentation software (e.g., Sketch Up, Bluebeam)
• Architectural design
• Construction administration
• Schematic design
• Project coordination
• Construction document management
• 5+ years of experience in multi-family and/or mixed-use projects
• Strong design sensibility paired with excellent technical and organizational skills

• Licensed Architect required
• Accredited professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• Proven experience leading multiple projects through all phases of design, including construction administration
• Ability to lead collaborative teams in a fast-paced, design-driven environment
• Client-facing personality
• Experience with zoning permits, quality assurance, and quality control

This position is based in an office environment with flexible work-from-home options to support family life, though a hybrid schedule is not offered. The work culture emphasizes design meaningful projects in the local community, strong company culture, a focus on sustainable design, and a value for diversity.

This is a Permanent position based out of Washington, DC.

The pay range for this position is $75000.00 - $95000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

2-3 weeks paid time off. Additionally, our office is closed the last week of December 8 holidays 1 optional volunteer day per year to support local charities Health Insurance (50% paid) Dental Insurance (50% paid) Simple IRA - Soto matches contributions up to 3% Merit based profit-sharing bonuses, which can increase the base salary by 10% Continuing education stipends Vibrant studio environment Reimbursement of annual registration dues and relevant certifications Annual retreats, outings, happy hours, and holiday celebrations

This is a fully onsite position in Washington,DC.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.