Director, Architecture

Discovery Land Company

. Serve as the lead architectural voice of Discovery Creative across assigned luxury residential, private club, and mixed use developments from acquisition through delivery .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeRemote • California • United StatesLead💰 $175,000 - $198,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in luxury architecture, with a strong focus on conceptual design, project management, and collaboration across various teams. Capable of leading architectural direction and ensuring design integrity throughout all phases of development.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years In ArchitectureLuxury Project ExperienceStrong Conceptual Design SkillsDegree In ArchitectureAbility To Travel Regularly

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Hard Skills

Architectural DirectionMassingTest FitsProgramming StudiesConstruction KnowledgeCost ManagementZoning RequirementsDesign ReviewArchitectural StandardsRFP Drafting

Soft Skills

Strong PresenterExceptional CommunicationPositive AttitudeTeam CollaborationAbility To Stay Calm Under Pressure

Certifications & Qualifications

Architecture Licensure

Industry Keywords

Luxury ResidentialPrivate ClubMixed Use DevelopmentsHospitality ProjectsMaster Planned ProjectsAmenity ProgrammingCommunity Design ReviewDesign ArchitectsDevelopment LeadershipInterior Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the lead architectural voice of Discovery Creative across assigned luxury residential, private club, and mixed use developments from acquisition through delivery
Participate in acquisition and underwriting to align programming, vision, and business assumptions
Develop land plan concepts, high level architectural concepts, test fits, and programming studies
Establish architectural direction including massing, character, materiality, and the relationship of buildings to site
Guide architectural design for clubhouses, amenity and golf buildings, residences, and mixed use components
Lead architectural peer reviews through the Discovery Creative review process and provide feedback at key milestones
Verify that design intent is carried through each phase of design and development
Advise on selection of design architects, architects of record, and project design leadership
Draft scopes and RFPs, evaluate fee proposals, and support agreement negotiations
Develop and maintain architectural principles, standards, and guidelines
Partner with Development, Sales and Marketing, Operations, and Construction teams
Support amenity programming, sales center design, launch strategy, and value engineering decisions
Support projects through zoning, planning, architectural, and community design review
Coordinate with interiors, landscape, golf, land planning, and procurement leads
Present design recommendations to executive and development leadership, investors, and project partners
Manage and develop design staff and help build the internal architecture team
Capture lessons learned and contribute to repeatable standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years in architecture on luxury projects, including 4+ years on the owner, developer, or advisory side
Experience on private club, resort residential, hospitality, or master planned projects, including horizontal development
Experience directing and critiquing the work of internationally recognized architects and design teams
Strong conceptual design skills, including massing, test fits, and sketching
Understanding of club operations, front and back of house, and how they shape design and programming
Solid understanding of how design drives pricing, absorption, and buyer experience
Working knowledge of construction, cost management, zoning, and offering plan requirements
Exceptional taste with commercial discipline
Strong presenter and communicator with internal leadership, consultants, and brand partners
Degree in architecture, interior design, or a related field; licensure a plus
Ability to travel regularly
Flexibility and ability to pivot to new projects and desire to work in a dynamic, fast moving environment
Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to deliver service to members, guests, and team members
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to stay calm and focused during the busiest of times
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; additional languages preferred
Must be able to work flexible work hours/schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position including working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions, standing, walking, and moving for periods of greater than eight (8) hours, and lifting and carrying items sometimes greater than fifty (50) pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
401k Contribution
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Employee Meals, Referral Incentives, and Recognition Programs
Professional development and upward mobility opportunities
Work–Family Culture
Bonus