Managing Director / Registered Architect

Location: West Palm Beach
Start Date: Early 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Firm

We are a growing commercial architecture firm led by two licensed architects, expanding into South Florida with the opening of a new office in early 2026. Our work blends rigorous design standards with a strong emphasis on hospitality and multi-family residential projects. While the new office will be based in South Florida, much of the initial project workload will be concentrated in Georgia, where we have an established client base and active pipeline.

We are seeking a Registered Architect to serve as the Managing Director of our South Florida operations. This is a leadership-track position ideal for someone who thrives in both design and management, and who is excited about helping shape the culture and growth of a new office.

Position Overview

The Managing Director will oversee daily operations of the South Florida office while also contributing to the design, production, and delivery of architectural projects. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership skills, proven experience running teams, and deep technical expertise across hospitality and multi-family project types.

This position requires a balance of hands-on architectural work and strategic management—ensuring that client expectations, design quality, and project budgets are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead and manage day-to-day operations of the new South Florida office.
• Build, mentor, and oversee a growing architectural team.
• Establish office workflows, QA/QC standards, and project delivery processes.
• Collaborate closely with the two founding principals on firm-wide initiatives.

Project Oversight

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients on South Florida–based and Georgia-based projects.
• Oversee conceptual design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration.
• Ensure project schedules, budgets, and deliverables are met with consistency and excellence.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies across multiple jurisdictions.

Business Development

• Support principals in strengthening the firm’s presence in South Florida.
• Participate in client presentations, interviews, and networking events.
• Assist with strategic planning and long-range expansion goals for the office.

Qualifications

Required

• Registered Architect (Florida and/or Georgia license preferred; NCARB reciprocity acceptable).
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Proficiency in Revit is required (daily production and coordination experience).
• Proven leadership or management experience (studio lead, project manager, or director-level role).
• Strong portfolio in hospitality and/or multi-family residential projects.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and team-building skills.

Preferred

• Experience opening or managing an architectural office or studio.
• Deep familiarity with Georgia building codes, zoning, and permitting processes.
• Ability to travel periodically to Georgia for project coordination.

What We Offer

• A leadership role with real influence over office culture and growth.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Health, retirement, and professional development support.
• Opportunity to shape a new office within an established firm structure.
• A collaborative environment led by practicing architects who value design quality and long-term client relationships.