Studio Lead - PLA

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Studio Lead – PLA at LJA Land Development leads the architectural execution of multidisciplinary projects that integrate built form, landscape, and experience across various environments.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Licensed Architect required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience leading architectural project development from concept through construction documentation and administration.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to organize production across multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to translate conceptual design ideas into buildable, code-compliant solutions.
• Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including civil engineering, landscape architecture, and planning.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to serve as the primary architectural contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Organized, adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable contributing across design, documentation, coordination, and client engagement.
• Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, and detailing.

IDEALLY, YOU SHOULD ALSO HAVE

• Experience with parks, amenity centers, civic and recreational facilities, mixed-use developments, outdoor hospitality, boutique lodging, trailheads, community gathering spaces, or downtown plaza/public space projects.
• A design-forward mindset with the ability to help shape memorable, functional, and experience-driven environments.
• Experience working across architecture, landscape architecture, and planning to deliver cohesive, high-quality places.
• Strong client relationship skills and the ability to support long-term client partnerships.
• Comfort wearing multiple hats in a growing design team environment.

LEVEL UP WITH LJA

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PAY

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SCHEDULE

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BENEFITS

Comprehensive benefits include multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets, along with mental health support, family support, education support, referral bonuses, community impact, professional development, and career growth opportunities.