Design Lead - Multi-Family Housing

About the role

LRS Architects is seeking a Design Lead for its Multi-Family Housing Studio. The position involves leading the design and technical execution of housing projects, supporting project teams, clients, consultants, and community stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Help lead multifamily housing projects from early planning through construction
• Supervise and coordinate project team members in the development of design and technical documentation
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and regulatory agencies to support project success
• Guide the production and coordination of BIM models, construction documents, specifications, details, schedules, and project deliverables
• Aid Design Managers in maintaining project schedules, budgets, and staffing plans
• Support the implementation of project goals related to design quality, constructability, sustainability, and client expectations
• Coordinate consultant work and integrate building systems into project documentation
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, regulations, accessibility requirements, and firm quality standards
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, consultant coordination meetings, and jurisdictional reviews
• Support construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, field observations, and problem-solving during construction
• Mentor and support the growth of Designers and Design Coordinators within the project team

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• Approximately 8–12 years of professional experience, with a minimum of 6 years in architecture or interior design
• Demonstrated experience leading portions of projects and supervising technical production efforts
• Advanced proficiency with Revit and BIM-based project delivery
• Strong understanding of construction documentation, consultant coordination, and project delivery processes
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining quality and attention to detail

Skills and Experience We Value

• Experience leading multifamily housing, mixed-use, affordable housing, workforce housing, senior living, student housing, or similar residential projects
• Strong knowledge of multifamily building types, residential planning principles, accessibility requirements, and applicable building codes
• Experience coordinating structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, civil, and specialty consultants
• Understanding of project schedules, construction budgets, and consultant management
• Experience presenting design solutions and technical information to clients and project stakeholders
• Knowledge of wood-frame, podium, and mid-rise multifamily construction systems
• Architectural licensure or active pursuit of licensure preferred
• Experience mentoring junior staff and contributing to team development

Benefits

We offer a hybrid flexible work environment, competitive compensation with annual reviews and advancement opportunities, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, collaborative culture focused on mentorship, balance, and equity.