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Design Leader II

Cannon Design
Denver, Colorado
Full Time
Posted December 11, 2025
$158k - $198k
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Job Description

The role involves leading innovative design projects, mentoring teams, developing client relationships, and promoting design excellence within a collaborative and sustainable architecture practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead design development and communicate design goals to clients and teams throughout all project phases.
  • Collaborate with strategic thinkers to co-lead visioning and set conceptual direction.
  • Create and present innovative design concepts that align with client culture, goals, and societal needs.
  • Ensure design quality across all project phases through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Support strategic pursuits and contribute to the firm’s portfolio with recognized design work.
  • Integrate sustainable and performance-based strategies into design solutions to meet environmental goals.
  • Mentor and develop emerging professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and design excellence.
  • Build and maintain client relationships, identify new business opportunities, and participate in project pursuit strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture required.
  • Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred.
  • Minimum of 15 years of experience in a design leadership role.
  • At least 3 years of experience leading others in a design studio or design practice segment.
  • Current US Architectural Registration preferred.
  • Design portfolio of significant built and unbuilt work.
  • Third party recognition of your work as a lead or supporting design role by local, regional, or national design awards programs and recognized design publications or digital platforms is preferred.
  • Strong oral presentation and storytelling skills required.
  • Must be able to understand and execute business strategy.
  • Must have professional acumen and maturity demonstrated by the ability to communicate authentically and respectfully.
  • Travel required.

Benefits & Perks

Salary range of $158,200 to $197,800 annually
Discretionary bonuses
Full benefit package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Flexible spending account options
Voluntary insurances
Paid time off
Flex-time summer hours
Remote work options
401k plan
Employee perk programs

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