Design Leader

Who We Are

HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with an inherent desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven brand based on values, our mission to design for good drives everything we do. And our ownership culture creates alignment and increased commitment to that mission, keeping us on track to being successful.

What We Do

Founded with the purpose of anticipating community needs, HMC aims to create designs that have a positive impact, now and into the future. We focus primarily on opportunities to have the most direct contribution to communities–through healthcare, education, and civic spaces.

Why Join HMC

As an employee owned company you become an owner after one year—receiving company-provided shares at no cost and building long-term financial growth as the firm succeeds. We also give back through our volunteerism with our Designing Futures Foundation, which advances sustainable and regenerative design and supports the next generation of innovators. In addition to this, we also support our team through:

• Culture: We put people over profits, giving them the flexibility to manage their work and life. We believe in fairness, equality in opportunity, and rewarding those who perform.
• Wellness: company paid wellness courses, on-site gyms (at select locations), access to financial advisors and discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more.
• Professional Development: LinkedIn learning access, business development training, supportive mentorship, company-paid ARE study materials, exam fees, and licensure completion bonuses.
• Comprehensive Comp and Benefits: Base+Bonus+Equity+401k, including student loan repayments, wellness programs, full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard.

Job Summary

The Design Leader plays a key role in the design, development, and coordination of architectural projects from concept through construction. This position works closely with project designers and project teams to translate design intent into high-quality project deliverables, support client presentations, and guide the development of design solutions that are both creative and technically sound. The ideal candidate is a strong design thinker with experience coordinating project teams, producing design documentation, and using visualization tools to communicate ideas effectively.

The position is located in our Los Angeles, CA office. This position is eligible for hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement and flexible working hours; requires 3 days in the office and the ability to work from home Mondays and Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Support the design and technical development of projects through all phases, from schematic design through construction documents.
• Coordinate with project teams, consultants, and agencies to ensure design intent is successfully executed.
• Prepare design presentations, renderings, visualizations, and other client-facing materials.
• Develop architectural plans, elevations, details, and 3D models using Revit and related design tools.
• Assist with material selection, detailing, specifications, and coordination of construction systems.
• Participate in design charrettes, project pursuits, award submissions, and publication efforts.
• Support project leadership in resolving design challenges and maintaining design quality throughout project delivery.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of architectural design and project documentation experience.
• Strong understanding of architectural design principles, construction systems, and applicable building codes.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit; experience with Rhino, Enscape, and other visualization tools preferred.
• Experience producing presentation materials, renderings, and design communication graphics.
• Strong collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with project teams, consultants, clients, and regulatory agencies.

The salary range for this position is $65,591 - $95,254.

The actual offered salary for this position will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate’s qualification, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. We do not anticipate individuals hired into this position will start at or near the top half of the range listed; the decision will be based on each individual case. The salary range listed above does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.