Director of Design (DSA, K-12, Education) - OC
$160k - $200kBancroft Staffing Partners
Job Description
Job Description
About Us: We are a highly respected architecture and planning firm known for delivering thoughtful, community-centered projects across California. Our team specializes in the planning and design of education facilities and public-sector environments, partnering with school districts and agencies to create modern, functional spaces that support learning and long-term community impact. Our collaborative culture brings together design excellence, technical expertise, and a passion for meaningful architecture.
The Position: We are seeking a Design Director / Senior Lead Designer to serve as a pivotal design leader within our architecture practice. This role will lead the conceptual and creative direction for complex K-12 and education-focused projects , guiding design vision from early concept through project development.
*The ideal candidate is a highly collaborative design professional with a strong portfolio of DSA-regulated education projects and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams while working closely with clients, leadership, and project teams.
- Design Director / Senior Lead Designer – Architecture
- Locations: Newport Beach (OC), Solana Beach (San Diego), or Ontario, CA
- Full-Time | Studio-Based
What You’ll Do
- Lead the design vision and creative direction for K-12 and education facility projects.
- Guide projects from early concept and programming through design development.
- Collaborate with project managers, architects, and technical teams to ensure design intent is successfully executed.
- Work directly with clients and stakeholders to translate program goals and educational needs into impactful design solutions.
- Ensure projects align with DSA regulations, California building codes, and public agency standards.
- Present design concepts, studies, and strategies to clients, leadership teams, and project stakeholders.
- Mentor and guide designers and architects across project teams.
- Support design excellence across multiple studios while contributing to firmwide design initiatives.
- Participate in business development, client presentations, and proposal efforts when needed.
What You Need (Qualifications)
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related design discipline.
- 8+ years of architectural design experience required; 10–20 years preferred.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating K-12 or education-focused design projects.
- Recent experience working on DSA-regulated projects is required.
- Strong conceptual design abilities with experience leading project design efforts.
- Proficiency in architectural design tools such as Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and visualization tools.
- Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to articulate design vision to clients and teams.
- Ability to lead collaborative design workshops and guide multidisciplinary teams.
- California Architect license preferred.
What’s Offered (Competitive Full Package – National)
- Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 (DOE)
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO, holidays, and personal time
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Opportunity to lead impactful K-12 and public education design projects across California
- Collaborative design culture with strong studio leadership and career growth
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