Leader Design Studio is currently seeking applications from talented individuals for two open positions within our growing architecture studio in Sarasota, Florida.

FIRM

Established in 2011, our firm is located on the Gulf Coast of Florida in beautiful downtown Sarasota. Rich in natural and cultural amenities and drenched in abundant warmth and sunshine year-round, Sarasota is consistently ranked in the top ten places in the U.S. to live. Our pristine white-sand beaches and warm, clear Gulf waters are regularly acknowledged as the best in America. Our lush, tropical landscape and blue skies have provided the perfect complement to Modern Architecture since the mid-century – a legacy that continues today.

Our firm is focused on delivering a small number of high-quality, bespoke projects per year. We value quality over quantity and believe that every detail matters.

We are located in a modern studio space designed to foster creativity and maximize interaction, collaborative thinking, and a cross-pollination of ideas. We share studio space with interior design firm SAWA Design Studio, allowing our small, multi-disciplinary team to handle all aspects of a projects’ design - both inside and out. We live by the ‘mantra work hard and play hard’ and strive to ensure that ‘fun’ is always a part of the firm’s culture.

Current projects include numerous new contemporary single-family homes, extensive condominium renovations and boutique restaurant and office buildouts. We currently have projects in design or construction in three states, providing diverse opportunities to design within various geographies, terrains, and construction typologies in both the southern and northern United States.

Project Manager / Project Architect

The ideal candidates will be creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about context-sensitive modern architecture. Confidence, self-motivation, and comfort engaging with clients for the advancement of work are also imperative. Clear and concise communication with consultants and other team members is essential. Good time management and organizational skills are a must since the successful candidate will be required to handle multiple projects - each in different stages of completion - in various locales simultaneously.

RESPONSIBILITES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Manage multiple projects from conceptual design through completion.

  • Development of design concepts into high quality Construction & Permit Drawings.

  • Act as the primary client, consultant, and contractor liaison throughout the duration of the design and construction process.

  • Coordination and management of consultants and their work.

  • Meet with authorities having jurisdiction during permitting and responding to comments as needed.

  • Construction administration both in-office and on-site.

SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Proficiency in REVIT is required. We will consider training/mentoring the right candidate.

  • Proficiency in SketchUP is strongly preferred. We will consider training/mentoring the right candidate.

  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite and rendering software is a plus.

  • Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate with others in a deadline-driven environment.

  • Work independently and within a team, while engaging senior staff as needed.

  • Ability to discuss, develop and communicate ideas with verbal, written and graphic clarity and intellect.

  • Knowledge of state and local building and zoning codes. Experience with coastal construction and permitting is a plus.

REQUIREMENTS

  • 5+ years of professional working experience in an architecture firm is required.

  • B. ARCH or M. ARCH Degree in Architecture

  • Licensure is preferred but not required. Unlicensed applicants should be actively pursuing licensure.

DETAILS AND BENEFITS

This Job is full-time. The salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance stipend, PTO, and discretionary performance bonuses. As we are a collaborative design studio, physical presence in-office is important and preferred, but flexible / hybrid work schedules are available.

SUBMITTAL

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume/CV and portfolio to Jobs@LeaderDesignStudio.com

Intern/Jr. Architect

We are seeking an individual with 2-5 years of professional architecture experience. Candidates should be detailed and team oriented, with excellent interpersonal skills and possess the ability to self-manage work on several projects at the same time.

Additional skills should include strong conceptual design and technical skills, the ability to make a significant contribution to the development of a productive, collaborative design studio culture. Project experience with a strong emphasis in modern design and proficiency in REVIT preferred.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Work with Principals & Project Managers from conceptual design through construction administration

  • Work as a team to develop and complete projects

  • Work independently following direction from senior staff.

REQUIREMENTS

  • BA or MARCH Degree in Architecture

  • Portfolio demonstrating work and significant role.

  • Ability to discuss, develop and communicate ideas with verbal and graphic clarity.

  • Ability to develop and articulate design narrative in written form.

  • Previous experience working in team-based studio setting.

  • Adequate technical experience to develop design development and construction document drawings.

  • Proficiency in REVIT, AutoCAD and SketchUP.

  • Adobe Creative Suite knowledge a plus.

  • Understanding of building and zoning codes.

DETAILS AND BENEFITS

  • This Job is full-time. The salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance stipend, PTO, and discretionary performance bonuses. As we are a collaborative design studio, physical presence in-office is important and preferred, but flexible / hybrid work schedules are available.

SUBMITTAL

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume/CV and portfolio to Jobs@LeaderDesignStudio.com