Architectural Designer

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a visionary architectural designer who loves bringing dream homes to life? Do you thrive in a collaborative, high-energy team where great design, problem-solving, and creativity actually matter every day? If you’re passionate about residential architecture and enjoy working closely with clients and a fun, talented team—we want to meet you!  

If you answered YES to these questions, read on for an incredible career opportunity…  

About JRP Design & Remodel  

At JRP Design & Remodel, we’ve been transforming dream homes for over 20 years. Located in Westlake Village, we specialize in luxury residential remodels, additions, and custom homes. We’re known for bold design thinking, high-quality craftsmanship, and a team culture that values collaboration, creativity, and getting things done together. 

We’re a growing, award-winning company where people genuinely enjoy coming to work, take pride in what they build, and support each other in doing their best work. We believe great design comes from great people and great teams. 

Our core values are simple: One Team, Be Direct and Resourceful, Raise the Bar, and Get Stuff Done. 

Learn more about us on our website:  

Summary of Responsibilities  

We are seeking an Architectural Designer aligned with AIA Project Designer level experience to join our team. 

We’re looking for an Architectural Designer to help us continue creating exceptional homes that elevate how people live. In this role, you will contribute to the creative and technical design of high-end residential projects from concept through construction documents and permitting. 

You will collaborate closely with clients, project managers, interior designers, engineers, and trade partners to develop thoughtful, fully buildable homes. This is a highly collaborative, hands-on position where design thinking, technical expertise, and problem-solving directly shape the final product. 

You will be responsible for supporting and guiding projects forward with clarity and intent, resolving design and constructability challenges, and ensuring smooth progression from concept through final construction. 

Essential Functions  

• Create innovative, high-quality design concepts for luxury remodels and custom homes  
• Provide guidance and coordination to internal design and drafting team members 
• Partner with clients to understand their vision, lifestyle, and goals  
• Lead design presentations and client meetings in a clear, engaging, and confident way  
• Produce and coordinate detailed construction documents and design drawings 
• Ensure designs are beautiful, functional, buildable, and code compliant  
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants, and internal teams to bring designs to life  
• Manage multiple projects while keeping schedules, communication, and deliverables on track 
• Solve design and constructability challenges with smart, creative solutions  
• Support permitting, approvals, and coordination throughout the review process  
• Visit job sites to see designs come to life and ensure alignment with intent  
• Partner with sales and project teams on feasibility, design direction, and presentations  
• Stay inspired by trends, materials, and innovations in residential design 

Education, Experience, and Skills Required  

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture required (Master’s a plus) 

Experience:  

• 5+ years of single family residential design experience required  
• Luxury or high-end residential experience strongly preferred  
• Design-build experience is a big plus  

Technical Skills:  

• AutoCAD, Revit, Chief Architect (or similar CAD tools)  
• Strong understanding of residential structural systems, construction methods, building systems, and code requirements 
• Knowledge of codes, permitting, and construction documentation (California experience strongly preferred)

What We’re Looking For:  

• Strong design vision with practical, buildable thinking  
• Great communicator who enjoys working with clients and teams  
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects at once  
• Detail-oriented, but never loses sight of the big picture  
• Positive, collaborative, “let’s figure it out” mindset  

Work Environment: Full-time, fully in-office role (Monday through Friday) 

Salary & Compensation  

• $80,000 to $120,000 depending on experience 
• Health, dental, and vision insurance  
• Simple IRA with employer match  
• Flexible PTO and sick days, increasing with tenure  
• A supportive, creative, and fun team environment where your work is valued 

How to Apply  

• Submit an updated resume 
• Be prepared to provide a portfolio showcasing residential design work 
• Be prepared to provide 3 professional references 

We have a formal recruiting process and have a relationship with Zephyr Connects LLC, whom we use for the screening and hiring process.  If you are selected for the next step, you will get instructions from Cathy within 3 days of your submission.  Everyone will be contacted.   

JRP Design & Remodel provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, JRP Design & Remodel complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

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