Architecture Project Designer: Civic + Cultural
About The Position
LPA is seeking an Architecture Project Designer to join its Civic + Cultural team. The role contributes to collaborative, high-performance, community-first design and works with multidisciplinary teams across LPA studios in California and Texas. The designer leads creative work from concept through schematic design, supports client-facing presentations and project decisions, and helps deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions in alignment with LPA’s standards and processes. LPA describes itself as an integrated design firm focused on sustainable spaces and a collaborative culture that values technical excellence, diversity, wellness, and professional growth. The position is eligible for an annual bonus. Base salary is determined by factors including geographic location, skills, education, experience, and project complexity; no salary range is provided.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s degree in Architecture.
- 10+ years of experience in all phases of architecture projects.
- Advanced abilities in conceptual design and graphic presentations.
- Active architecture license in California.
- Proficiency in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.
Responsibilities
- Lead design ideation with clients and project teams, from concept through schematic design.
- Engage disciplines and stakeholders early to support an integrated, informed design process.
- Guide and facilitate presentations of design concepts and project documents for client review and approval.
- Lead project-specific design meetings, presentations, and activities.
- Collaborate in firmwide design charrettes to share ideas and elevate design quality.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, builders, authorities, and project stakeholders.
- Partner with the Managing Director, Design Director, and Project Manager to deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions.
- Mentor and inspire design teams while ensuring alignment with LPA’s design standards and processes.
Benefits
- Mentorship from Managing Directors, Design Directors, and senior team members across disciplines.
- Career development support, including professional development grants and in-house training.
- Ongoing education through LPA+U courses and Tech Talks.
- 8 paid hours of volunteer time each year.
- Opportunities to propose and lead projects with local community impact, including pro bono community projects.
- Professional Development Grants program.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Retirement and financial planning.
- Wellness initiatives.
- Flexible work/life programs.
- Eligible for an annual bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
