Design Director (Licensed Architect) - Residential Remodeling

WHO WE ARE

GreatHouse Remodeling is a design-build remodeling company founded in 2003, specializing in residential single-family homes. We like to say that we build great houses with great people. We are located and work primarily in the East Cobb/Roswell/Sandy Springs area and are heavily invested in the community that we live and work in. GreatHouse is a supportive and fun environment that takes great pride in making the remodeling experience enjoyable for the employees and for the clients. We offer a strong compensation package and a positive and motivational environment to grow and prosper. We are engaged in our work and complete our projects through established processes and innovative teamwork.

We are a family-first company and believe it should be enjoyable to come to work. We take pride in serving both our customers and our employees. For our customers, we strive to give them not just a fantastic finished product but a superior service in the experience we provide along the way, from sales to design to construction and beyond. For our employees, we aim to create an environment that fosters opportunities for growth, all while ensuring flexibility to make the job work for them and their family. Our core values of Discipline, Innovation, Gratitude, and Balance sit at the core of all that we do.

ROLE

We are looking for a Director of Design & Architecture (Licensed Architect) to join the GreatHouse family. This is a senior leadership role responsible for leading our entire preconstruction team, including interior design, drafting, estimating, and procurement, while also serving as the architectural lead on select high-impact projects. This person will sit on the leadership team, helping shape the strategic direction of the company, while ensuring that day-to-day, our preconstruction process delivers exceptional design, clear communication, and predictable outcomes for our clients. This role is ideal for a licensed architect who thrives in both leadership and hands-on design, and who is excited about the opportunity to influence not just projects—but people, processes, and the future of a growing design-build company.

This is not a traditional architecture role. This is an opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team, shape the future of a growing company, work in a collaborative design-build environment, and have a direct impact on both client experience and company success.

We expect this role to balance:

- ~50% leadership, team management, and process ownership

- ~50% project design (3–4 large projects per year)

Salary/Benefits

- Competitive base salary plus quarterly profit sharing for a total compensation target of $100-115K per year, based on experience

- Comprehensive employer-sponsored health insurance plan

- 401(k) with employer contributions

- Flexible work hours with family-first mindset

- PTO, 12 paid holidays annually, and an optional 9/80 summer work schedule to enjoy Fridays off over the summer

- Promotion and leadership growth opportunities

- Paid training / development

- Gas or mileage reimbursement for work related travel

- Company events, snacks, and unlimited free ice cream

Responsibilities

As Director of Design & Architecture (Leadership):

- Lead and manage the full preconstruction team, including designers, drafters, estimators, and procurement

- Own the master schedule through preconstruction, coordinating with production to ensure timely delivery of projects for production

- Establish and continuously improve preconstruction processes

- Ensure all projects meet standards for design excellence, constructability, budget alignment, and client experience

- Provide creative and technical oversight across all projects

- Develop team members through coaching, training, and mentorship

- Collaborate with leadership team on company strategy and growth initiatives

- Help define and elevate the design vision and brand

- Improve systems, tools, vendors, and workflows

As a Licensed Architect (Project Leadership):

- Serve as the lead architect on 3–4 large residential projects per year

- Own the client relationship during preconstruction

- Lead architectural and interior design from concept through documentation

WHO YOU ARE:

You are a licensed architect and natural leader who enjoys building teams, improving systems, and delivering exceptional design experiences.

Qualifications

- Licensed Architect (required)

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

- 10+ years of experience with CAD-based design software (Chief Architect is a huge plus)

- 8+ years of experience in residential or commercial multi-family architecture or design-build

- Proven leadership experience managing and growing a diverse team

- Experience with large residential remodels ($1-2M+)

- Strong understanding of structural design and constructability

- Excellent communication and organizational skills

Pay: $100,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person