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Architect – Future Leader | Orlando, FL
Join OLC and Help Shape the Future of a National Design Firm
OLC Architecture, Interiors, and Aquatics is seeking a licensed architect (8–15 years of experience) to join our growing Florida team. This is more than a job, it’s a high-impact opportunity for a skilled professional that is ready to break through the ceiling, take on leadership responsibilities, and grow into future ownership within the firm.
About OLC
OLC is a nationally recognized design firm specializing in recreation, wellness, aquatic, and hospitality facilities. With offices in Orlando, Denver, Palm Beach Gardens, Cairo, and Tokyo, we bring over 60 years of experience designing environments that promote health, community, and connection. Our work is grounded in technical excellence, client service, and a passion for purposeful design.
Why Now, Why Florida
With significant capital improvements underway from key clients, OLC’s Florida studios are rapidly expanding. We’re seeking a hands-on, forward-thinking architect who thrives in a fast-paced, design-focused environment and wants to take a central role in driving our Florida growth.
Who You Are
- A licensed architect with 8–15 years of experience
- Ready for greater responsibility, leadership, and ownership
- Experienced in civic, recreation, wellness, or hospitality design
- Skilled in mentoring junior staff and managing consultant teams
- Committed to technical excellence, accountability, and long-term growth
What We Offer
- A direct path to leadership and firm ownership
- High-visibility projects across Florida, Colorado, and the U.S.
- A strong, collaborative team and respected national brand
- Entrepreneurial growth opportunities in a firm poised for expansion
- Competitive compensation and benefits
Qualifications & Requirements
- Licensed Architect in the U.S. (Florida registration preferred or ability to obtain via reciprocity)
- 8–15 years of architectural experience with a strong portfolio of built work
- Proficiency in Revit (BIM) and collaborative model coordination
- Proven experience producing and managing complete construction documents
- Strong knowledge of building codes, ADA, and permitting processes
- Expertise in technical detailing, QA/QC, and constructability review
- Ability to lead internal and external coordination meetings
- Strong time management and organizational skills to manage multiple projects
- Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication abilities
- Experience with public sector clients (municipalities, universities, tribal governments) is a plus
- Passion for architecture that promotes wellness, recreation, and community impact
- Commitment to excellence, continuous learning, mentorship, and firmwide improvement
- Dedication to community stewardship through environmentally and culturally sustainable design, serving diverse community needs, and making a positive impact.
We’re Building a Legacy
Our culture is built on trust, responsibility, and meaningful work. We are not just producing architecture, we’re shaping communities and investing in the next generation of leaders. If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, OLC Florida is where your next chapter begins.
Apply Now
Submit your resume via LinkedIn or Indeed. You may also email us directly at careers@olcdesigns.com.
Let’s talk about how your next move could be a career-defining one.
