Senior Project Architect - Healthcare, Commercial Practices

NBBJSan Diego, CA
$130,000 - $155,000Hybrid

About The Position

NBBJ is seeking a Senior Project Architect for its Healthcare and Commercial Practices, to be located in their San Diego or Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience working on Healthcare and Commercial projects in California, primarily with large-scale projects, and possess client contact and leadership responsibilities. The Senior Project Architect is responsible for architectural design and delivery for a wide variety of projects, including the construction of new buildings and the alteration of existing buildings and facilities.

Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years of experience in the architectural field with successful experience in the documentation and delivery of large-scale healthcare projects
  • HCAI 1/OSHPD 1 experience is mandatory for this role
  • Active Architectural Licensure is required
  • Demonstrated experience working on healthcare projects in the state of California
  • Fluency in Revit
  • B Arch or M Arch degree
  • Proven ability to work within a highly collaborative team environment
  • Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment; setting an example for others
  • Ability to travel as the project(s) requires

Nice To Haves

  • LEED or other sustainability accreditation preferred

Responsibilities

  • Work with clients and team members to identify objectives, develop options, and formulate creative solutions.
  • Interpret design concepts by collaborating with project team and translate them into workable construction systems and detailing, while maintaining design intent and advocating for design excellence.
  • Prepare appropriate documentation and deliverables from schematic design through construction administration in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
  • Maintain appropriate records for project phases in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
  • Lead and coordinate the work of other team members and consultants, providing direction, guidance, and mentoring as appropriate.
  • May participate in marketing efforts, including proposal development, presentations, and client interviews.

Benefits

  • Award-winning design firm
  • TIME100 Most Influential Company
  • Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm
  • Two-time 2025 AIA National Honor Award recipient
  • Purpose-driven approach
  • Culture of collaboration
  • Creates healthy buildings, strong communities and a resilient environment
  • Leading clients
  • Diverse colleagues
  • Offices in creative capitals around the globe
  • Career at NBBJ will inspire you to be extraordinary
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