RIOS is an international design collective. We are actively in pursuit of wonder within the design of the built environment. We believe design is an act of optimism through which invention and ideas change the world. We practice interconnected design across architecture, placemaking, and landscape architecture to define design as a continuum.  

We follow a process that begins with attunement, where program and context shape strong conceptual thinking to establish a holistically informed big idea through which we develop form, confirm function, and define experience as the basis on which to explore ecology, material, and tectonic expression. We are known for our bold solutions that are inclusive of the wider context and are ever mindful that an interdisciplinary approach to design brings about inclusive, resilient, and original solutions that ensure diversity and resilience.  

RIOS was founded in 1985 as a multidisciplinary design firm. Today the firm has offices in Los Angeles, Singapore, Shanghai, London, Austin, and Boulder with over 250 team members contributing to transformative projects globally. 

We are seeking a Senior Project Director to lead the execution of multiple projects from concept through completion via design leadership, strong communication and active independent and collaborative engagement. Interested applicants must have a top- tier design aesthetic and the ability to effectively mentor and guide project teams.  

• Guides, mentors & maintains project milestones and deliverables in a timely manner throughout the life of the project.
• Thorough comprehension of BIM workflow. 
• Proficiency  developing project specifications 
• Demonstrated experience completing projects through construction
• Successful development and oversight of design documentation. For example: Schematic, design development and construction documentation. 
• Oversee and support preparation of  basis of  design & specifications; oversee product research & material selection.
• Ability to review & oversee drawing sets at all phases and on multiple projects, lead consultant coordination, oversee code research,  initiate and oversee plan check process; mentor teams with complex design problems & details.
• Manage, review & respond to RFIs & submittals; lead consultant coordination; manage drawing issuances & bulletins; attend site visits, document field notes, create punchlists.

• A minimum of 10+ years of professional experience
• Bachelor of Architecture degree or Master's of Architecture degree from an accredited college or university
• Experience with Autocad, Rhino, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and REVIT
• Working knowledge of team collaboration & management tools (current examples include Deltek, Newforma, Teams, Bluebeam, conferencing tools)
• Experience with single family residential design and construction administration in Austin or Texas preferred
• Experience in high end residential detailing preferred