Project Architect (Pasadena)

Ready to Design the Future of Education?

A4E is a dynamic and collaborative architectural firm specializing in K-12, community college, and public institutional projects throughout California. In close partnership with our clients, we build one-of-a-kind facilities reflective of their unique goals and aspirations; contemporary learning environments that evoke community heritage and traditions while adapting to new uses and evolving program strengths.

We are seeking an experienced Project Architect (Arch Level III Licensed) with a proven track record on DSA projects to provide technical and team leadership on complex educational facilities. This is a leadership role critical to delivering projects on time, on budget, and to the highest design and technical standards. Join the A4E team to collaborate on projects that promote the development of innovative spaces for learning and growth.

What Youll Do

• Project Leadership : Assist in project scheduling, budgeting, and staff resource planning. Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Engage with educators, administrators, students, parents, and consultants to collect feedback and develop designs accordingly.
• Project Collaboration : Coordinate with clients, consultants and internal teams to ensure budget, schedule, and design goals are met.
• Technical Execution & Code Analysis : Oversee the development of construction documents and details, with a strong focus on constructability and building code compliance.
• Agency Management : Lead the preparation, submission, and coordination of all agency approvals, serving as the primary point of contact.
• Construction Administration : Facilitate communication between the design team, contractor and client to ensure a smooth and timely construction process.

What You Need

Salary and benefits will be commensurate with experience. We look forward to answering any questions about the role through our interview process. If this position interests you, please send your resume and portfolio to : A4ECareer@architecture4e.com