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When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 8th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

COMMUNITY NAME

Community Support Office

Job ID

2026-237340

JOB OVERVIEW

The Vice President of Architecture and Interior Design will lead the strategic vision, design innovation, and execution of all architectural and interior design initiatives for our senior living communities. This executive will ensure that all environments reflect the company’s commitment to excellence, wellness, and dignity for older adults, while aligning with brand standards, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. The Vice President of Architecture and Interior Design will be a pivotal leader in our development team, responsible for overseeing all architectural and interior design aspects of new senior living projects and significant renovations. This role requires a visionary leader with a deep understanding of senior living design principles, a strong architectural background, and an exceptional eye for interior aesthetics. The VP will be instrumental in shaping the built environment of our communities, ensuring they are not only functional and compliant but also inspiring, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing for our residents and their families.

RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

Strategic Leadership

+ Develop and implement design vision, strategy, and standards for architecture and interiors, ensuring alignment with business objectives to ensure the architectural and interior design vision for all new developments, renovations, and repositioning projects.

+ Collaborate with executive leadership to integrate design strategies with overall business objectives and brand identity.

+ Lead the conceptual design phase, translating market research, operational needs, and resident preferences into compelling design solutions.

+ Lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and consultants.

+ Lead and supervise the in-house interior design department, including offering interior design services available to external operators and owners.

+ Build and lead an in-house architecture firm that will replace the need for external architects for select Sunrise projects.

+ Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing in-house or external team of architects, interior designers, and design support staff (if applicable).

Design Oversight

+ Oversee the conceptualization, planning, and execution of architectural and interior design for all projects.

+ Ensure designs promote safety, accessibility, sustainability, and a high quality of life for senior residents.

+ Manage and oversee external architectural firms from concept through construction administration, ensuring adherence to design intent, budget, and schedule.

Project Management

+ Develop and manage design timelines, budgets, and resources ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality or design integrity across multiple concurrent projects.

+ Coordinate with development, construction, operations, and marketing teams to ensure seamless project delivery.

+ Review and approve architectural and interior design plans, specifications, and materials.

+ Manage and oversee contracts, invoices, etc. and the overall P&L (balance sheet) of several departments on a monthly, quarterly, and yearly basis.

+ Participate in value engineering efforts, identifying opportunities for cost savings while maintaining design standards.

+ Evaluate proposals from design firms and negotiate contracts.

Financial Management

+ Monitor financial health by tracking billings to ensure consistent revenue is being generated and maintaining profitability.

+ Inform strategic planning through analyzing billing trends by project type (commercial, industrial, institutional, etc.) and region to guide business development and market positioning.

+ Improve project management to ensure projects are billed accurately and on time, which is essential for cash flow and overall project success.

+ Convert inquiries into contracts and understand the pipeline from initial client inquiries to signed contracts. A high volume of inquiry coupled with low signed contracts (a recent industry trend) indicates client hesitancy, requiring strategic adjustments to proposals and pricing.

Vendor & Consultant Management

+ Select and manage external design firms, architects, and interior designers.

+ Negotiate contracts and ensure adherence to project scope, quality, and timelines.

+ Foster strong collaborative relationships with internal departments including Development, Construction, Operations, Marketing, and Finance.

+ Act as the primary liaison with external design consultants, contractors, and vendors.

Innovation & Compliance

+ Stay abreast of industry trends, building codes, ADA requirements, and best practices in senior living design.

+ Integrate emerging technologies and sustainable practices into design solutions.

Core Competencies

+ Passion for creating environments that enhance the lives of older adults.

+ Deep understanding of the physical, emotional, and social needs of senior residents.

+ Ability to balance creativity with functionality and cost-efficiency.

+ Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of accountability and integrity.

+ Holistic Project Management.

+ Financial Acumen.

Experience and Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed throughout this job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.

+ Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or related field; licensure preferred.

+ 15+ years of progressive experience in architecture and interior design, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

+ Proven experience in senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or multifamily residential development.

+ Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in design and project execution.

+ Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

+ Proficiency in design software (AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) and project management tools.

ABOUT SUNRISE

Ready to take the next step and make a bigger impact than you ever imagined? As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include:

+ Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans

+ Retirement Savings Plans

+ Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program

+ Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay

+ myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses.The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

+ Some benefits have eligibility requirements

_Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®_

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

**Location : Name** _Community Support Office_

**Type** _Full-Time_

**_Location : Address_** _7902 Westpark Dr_

**_Location : City_** _McLean_

**_Location : State/Province (Full Name)_** _Virginia_

**Salary Range** _USD $248,000.00 - USD $310,000.00 /Yr._

**Variable Compensation** _Bonus Eligible_

Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.