Planning & Design Architect

The Architect serves as a critical member of LIV Creative Group, a multidisciplinary in-house design team responsible for shaping the vision of LIV Development’s projects. The Architect helps establish a comprehensive design direction for all LIV projects. This position balances creativity with technical expertise, guiding external consultants and working closely with internal teams to maintain design intent and cost-efficiency, while upholding LIV’s standards of quality and execution. Help establish the holistic design vision for new developments. This vision sets the tone for everything from site planning to interiors, to murals and marketing materials. This vision is communicated to internal and external parties using precedent images, sketches, and sometimes schematic-level design drawings.

Contribute to early-phase architectural efforts and collaborate on site and massing studies.

Fully design and detail unique project features or structures.

Guide external partners throughout design development and construction documentation, ensuring adherence to the original design intent and holding them to LIV’s standard of quality and execution.

Provide design oversight during construction by reviewing submittals, RFIs, and addressing field conditions as they arise.

Lead and support value engineering efforts and offer cost-conscious design solutions that maintain quality and creativity.

Think holistically and creatively about the user experience on all LIV Development projects, continuously identifying ways to set our properties apart through design.

Licensed Architect (required)

5+ years of experience in architectural design and coordination across project phases

Proficiency in Revit preferred

Experience with 3D rendering software preferred

Collaborative team player with the flexibility and desire to engage across various departments, design mediums, and applications

Due to the highly collaborative nature of our work, this position is an in-office position based in our Birmingham, AL headquarters. The role requires occasional travel to portfolio properties. LIV fosters a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth, team-building activities, and community involvement.

LIV Development is a leading multifamily developer dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the United States. Through meticulous site selection, strategic acquisitions, innovative design, hands‑on construction, and expert operations management, every aspect of community creation is thoughtfully executed with residents in mind. LIV’s unwavering commitment to excellence and its resident‑first approach consistently delivers higher returns for its investors, employees, and residents alike.

At LIV, we’re committed to building careers, fostering authentic connections, and rewarding performance—with a shared mindset that we can always be 1% better every day. and work collectively for the good of our teams, our properties, and the communities we serve.

We support your growth through personalized development plans and a culture that values both professional excellence and personal well‑being. In 2025, 100% of our team financially supported The Goodfield Foundation, an employee‑funded 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of residents in LIV communities. Through meaningful programs, engaging events, and hands‑on service opportunities, Goodfield fosters connection, promotes wellness, and strengthens the sense of community that defines the LIV experience.

LIV offers highly competitive, performance‑rewarding compensation, work-life balance, and endless professional growth opportunities. Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and company holidays, including paid days for service

Employer paid JH Outback and Scott River Lodge excursions for parents and children or spouses

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