Architect (5/26/26)

We are an architectural firm who helps talented designers grow their careers rapidly in an empowering creative culture. We focus on creating a culture of personal and professional growth, ownership, enjoyment, and fulfillment. We are currently searching for an Architect with 3-10+ years of experience to work out of our Sarasota office. Expected salary range to be commensurate with experience. This position is for our residential team.

EXPECTATIONS:

• A professional degree in Architecture
• Experience in all phases and aspects of a project deliverable
• Experienced with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
• Advanced knowledge of project design and construction documentation production
• Highly skilled in Revit, CAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft
• Strong Verbal and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills, organized attention to detail, willingness to mentor others
• Collaborative and professional work ethic

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands and consistently executes all aspects of the design process and project complexities to proactively contribute to the overall success of the team while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design
• Coordinates project documentation execution, construction plans and details, ensuring quality control and completion on small and mid-scale projects in accordance with MHK standards and checklists
• Responsible for documentation coordination and leading project team assignments.
• Lead coordination with consultants and constructability
• Develop creative and innovative design ideas, concepts, and solutions while participating as an integral member of the design team
• Executes applicable agency review analysis (DRB, Site Plan Applications, etc.)
• Conducts and documents field observations to monitor progress of construction
• Implement a creative approach to complete tasks and responsibilities on projects within the scope of schedule and budget in an organized, timely, and consistent way
• Ability to serve as primary client contact upon request while effectively coordinating with team members, consultants, and contractors
• Analyze product research and identify material selections
• Take an active role in crafting client and non-client design presentations and prepare corresponding materials
• Advanced understanding of planning, programming and design principles and methods
• Understands and responds to the technical implications of design decisions
• Prepares reports and specifications; reviews completed reports, plans, cost estimates and calculations
• Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI’s, Submittals, change orders, etc.)
• Developing awareness of evolving building technology and systems
• Take increasing ownership on tasks within project teams and studio activities
• Empower junior staff and their growth
• May manage and mentor staff as assigned
• Foster an approachable environment with open communication within team and with designated team lead

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off + 10 paid holidays
• 401k, life insurance and disability insurance

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Please email resume/portfolio to: Stephen Balut - sbalut@mhkarchitecture.com 

Project Architect/Project Manager (2/6/26)

POSITION

Leader Design Studio is seeking applications from talented individuals to join our growing architecture studio in Sarasota, Florida. We are looking for a motivated Project Architect / Project Manager, with a primary focus on high-end single-family residential projects.

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 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.

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.

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.
• 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 salary is between 80k-125k, and is 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