Mid-Senior Level Architect for Sport-Related Planning and Design

Sasaki Associates • Boston, MA

37d • $93,000 - $130,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Sasaki is seeking a Mid-Senior level architect with 8+ years of experience to join their practice in Boston, Denver, New York, or Los Angeles. This role will support and lead the firm's established and growing sport design focus, which includes campus athletics, recreation, and wellness planning, as well as multi-use sport districts for collegiate and professional markets. The position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values curiosity, collaboration, and leadership. The architect will drive the design process, provide technical and conceptual insights, mentor junior staff, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in a design firm environment.
• Interest, enthusiasm, and experience in the sport and wellness market, including industry and potential client relationships.
• Licensure required.
• Proven experience leading design thinking and delivery on projects.
• Proficiency in Revit; experience with Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite preferred.
• Deep understanding of detailing, drawing sets, and material systems.
• Experience with sport-related design issues, including trends and typical program requirements.
• Exceptional communication and team leadership skills.
• Strong client presence and ability to lead conversations around strategy, scope, and design direction.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Rhino and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead project strategy, planning, and design from concept through delivery.
• Work with clients and stakeholder groups to develop space programs and concept development plans through outreach and engagement.
• Manage and coordinate multidisciplinary teams, schedules, budgets, and sub-consultants with minimal oversight.
• Actively contribute to business development, market and pursuit strategy, and cultivating strong client relationships.
• Develop thought leadership, including content for publishing, social media, and trade conference presentations.
• Serve as a mentor —cultivating the growth of team members through hands-on work, coaching, listening, and feedback.
• Collaborate with in-house campus master planners, site designers, architects, interior designers.
• Present and communicate with clarity to clients, stakeholders, and communities.
• Inspire teams through design leadership, team building, and commitment to excellence.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level