Director of Architecture

Department: InflectionAbout oWOWoWOW is a vertically integrated manufacturing, real estate development, design and construction company redefining urban housing through innovation in mass timber, design efficiency, and speed-to-delivery.We are the group behind 1510 Webster, the tallest mass-timber building on the West Coast:InflectionInflection is the architecture arm of oWOW, built to deliver projects better, faster and more efficiently by acting as a platform, not a traditional architecture company.Each project is paired with external Architects of Record (AORs) and Engineers of Record (EORs) who bring local jurisdiction expertise. They own design decisions and QA/QC, while Inflection's production teams handle all BIM modeling and documentation, ensuring projects are planned and coordinated efficiently from day one.All teams work through the Inflection Platform, a shared environment that standardizes apartment units, prefabricated components, and offers design and technical automation tools to accelerate execution.Our Vision: Offer a drastically different way to execute projects and to become the #1 player in the nation delivering housing through standardized products and systems. Our Mission: Empower AOR's, EOR's and Production teams to do their best work, as a team, at a fraction of the time and cost for our customers.About the RoleWe're looking for a Director of Architecture that will have full ownership over "Inflection", the architecture arm at oWOW. The Director is accountable for the performance, scalability, and profitability of the business. This role owns full P&L, delivery outcomes, platform adoption, team performance, and revenue growth while ensuring architectural services enable faster, lower-cost, and more predictable housing delivery.ResponsibilitiesManage internal design team and coordinate with oWOW's Development, Construction, and R&D teams to align design intent with cost, schedule, and constructability goals.Own the Design Division's P&L, delivering architectural services within approved budgets and schedules while meeting margin and cash flow targetsScale Inflection to support 15-20+ projects per year without proportional headcount growth.Build and lead high-performing teams of Project Architects and the Production Platform team with clear accountability, training plans, and promotion paths.Drive growth of the architectural business by supporting internal work, creating new revenue streams, and selling to 3rd parties.Champion innovation in mass timber, modular systems, and sustainable urban housing design.Oversee design quality, code compliance, and building performance standards.Support project feasibility and early-stage design analysis for new project developments.QualificationsLicensed Architect (California preferred) with 10+ years of experience, including project leadership on multifamily or mixed-use housing projects.Strong understanding of Type I, Type IV, and Type V construction, building codes, and entitlement processes.Experience managing in-house architecture teams and external consultants.Proficiency with Revit/BIM and collaborative design workflows.Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, design-build environment.Why Join oWOWYou'll be part of a creative, mission-driven team reimagining how cities build and live. This role offers the opportunity to lead projects from the inside out, from early design vision to built products in an innovative, hands-on development company.Send your CV (PDF format preferred), and a short note about what you're passionate about and why you believe you'll excel in this role.Candidates requiring visa sponsorship may be considered only if eligible for non-lottery visa categories (e.g., TN, E-3, O-1), or for transfer of an existing H-1B visa. We are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas for this role at this time.

Created: 2026-05-16