Senior Architectural Designer

A highly respected international architecture and masterplanning practice is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to join its San Francisco studio. This is an opportunity to play a key role within a globally recognised design practice delivering ambitious mixed-use, hospitality, residential, civic, cultural, and large-scale urban projects across North America and internationally. The successful candidate will take a leading role in concept development, design direction, client presentations, and project leadership, working alongside a talented multidisciplinary team on projects ranging from individual buildings to major urban destinations. This position would suit a highly creative architect or designer who enjoys shaping design vision, mentoring teams, engaging directly with clients, and driving projects from concept through delivery. Key Responsibilities • Lead design and masterplanning projects from concept through development • Establish project vision, design direction, and presentation strategy • Lead workshops, charrettes, and client presentations • Coordinate multidisciplinary project teams • Mentor and guide junior designers • Contribute to business development and new project pursuits • Act as a key client contact throughout the project lifecycle • Collaborate on technically complex and design-led projects across multiple sectors Requirements • Professional degree in Architecture • 10+ years of professional experience • Strong experience in hospitality, mixed-use, residential, or large-scale urban projects • Exceptional conceptual design ability • Excellent presentation and communication skills • Advanced Rhino, SketchUp, and visualization skills • Strong Revit and technical coordination capability • Experience leading project teams and client relationships • Architectural registration preferred Why Consider This Opportunity? • International design practice with a strong reputation for award-winning work • Exposure to projects across the US, Middle East, Asia, and Europe • Collaborative and highly creative studio culture • Clear opportunity to influence design direction and mentor others • Hybrid working environment • Competitive compensation and benefits This is an excellent opportunity for a design-focused architect looking to take the next step into a leadership role while working on projects with genuine international impact.