CURRENT OPENINGS

Hundred Mile House is a Palm Springs-based design/build firm. We provide design services including architectural, interior and landscape, and we build the majority of our projects. We’re searching for a director of architecture to join our fast-paced firm and be a part of our growth in the high-end residential and retail segments.

The Director of Architecture will report directly to the principal and will work closely with internal teams and our outside professionals including consultants and sub-contractors to provide design and documentation for multiple projects at a time. 

This is a player-coach position: you will have technical project responsibility while simultaneously managing and developing a growing in-house architectural team. The right individual will have a thirst to be hands on through the entire process from site selection with clients to move-in day.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of design and construction documents from concept through construction administration

• Collaborate closely with design team, construction team, and consultants to ensure coordinated, high-quality project delivery

• Provide inspiration, mentorship, redlining, and technical guidance to junior team members

• Conduct code and zoning analyses, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations

• Coordinate consultant work and integrate engineering systems into architectural drawings 

• Oversee document quality, accuracy, and consistency with office standards

• Engage in ongoing studio activities, project reviews, and advancement of firm culture

• Participate in client and consultant meetings, from business development through project delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Masters Degree in Architecture

• Architectural license not required but a plus 

• 10-15+ years of professional experience

• Extensive experience in design development, detailing, and construction documentation

• Strong technical skills with a deep understanding of building systems, construction methods, and detailing

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe, Bluebeam, Rhino, Sketchup, Enscape, and Microsoft Office

• Proven experience guiding production teams through project timelines and deliverables 

• Significant experience in high-end single-family residential projects

• Excellent organizational, communication, and coordination skills

• Experience interacting with clients, consultants, and managing project communication

• Ability to work closely with the firm principal and production team from schematic design through construction administration

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong time-management abilities 

• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently 

• Strong mentoring skills with the ability to support and guide junior staff

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Passion for modern and contemporary architecture

• Reliable transportation for site visits and meetings

• Active participation in firm-wide planning, business development, and studio growth initiatives

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Healthcare subsidy, plus vision and dental plans

• 401(k) group plan (after one year of employment)

• PTO, sick time, and statutory holidays

• Annual professional development budget

• Dog-friendly office