Senior Project Architect/Senior Technical Manager
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Project Architect / Senior Technical Manager to provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight across architectural projects. This role is responsible for driving high-quality documentation, resolving complex technical and code issues, and supporting project teams throughout all phases of design and construction. The ideal candidate is a collaborative leader who brings deep technical expertise, sound judgment, and a passion for developing teams. For candidates holding the Senior Project Architect title, a current California architectural license is required . This position will be working out of our Los Angeles, California office. This position is eligible for hybrid (office/remote) working arrangement and flexible working hours.
Requirements
- Professional degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Licensed Architect in California (required for Senior Project Architect designation)
- Minimum 10 years of experience with demonstrated technical proficiency across all phases of architectural practice
- Strong knowledge of building codes, systems, materials, and construction documentation
- Proven experience mentoring staff and leading technical teams
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage priorities, make sound decisions, and work collaboratively
- Understanding of contractual obligations, scopes of work, and fee structures
- Willingness to travel as needed
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership and oversight for architectural projects across all phases
- Supervise and mentor project teams, supporting professional growth and technical development
- Resolve complex constructability, code, and agency approval issues
- Collaborate closely with Project Managers on staffing, schedules, budgets, and work plans
- Manage and coordinate consultants, agencies, and project stakeholders
- Serve as a technical resource for the studio, establishing best practices and leading lessons-learned efforts
- Review documents for quality, coordination, code compliance, and contractual alignment
- Support or lead construction administration activities, including OAC meetings as needed
- Assist with proposals, interviews, and marketing efforts
- Ensure projects meet client expectations, contractual requirements, schedules, and budgets
Benefits
- As an employee owned company you become an owner after one yearreceiving company-provided shares at no cost and building long-term financial growth as the firm succeeds.
- Culture : We put people over profits, giving them the flexibility to manage their work and life. We believe in fairness, equality in opportunity, and rewarding those who perform.
- Wellness : company paid wellness courses, on-site gyms (at select locations), access to financial advisors and discounts to wellness platforms, gyms and more.
- Professional Development : LinkedIn learning access, business development training, supportive mentorship, company-paid ARE study materials, exam fees, and licensure completion bonuses.
- Comprehensive Comp and Benefits : Base+Bonus+Equity+401k, including student loan repayments, wellness programs, full medical, dental, vision, time off and holidays above industry standard.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
