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Senior Design Architect

Senior Design Architect

MediabistroEl Segundo, CA, United States
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Base pay range

$140,000.00 / yr - $190,000.00 / yr

Overview

A renowned architecture firm is hiring a Senior Design Architect to lead and grow its Los Angeles office. This is a high-impact leadership role for a licensed architect who can manage projects, mentor staff, build client relationships, and help grow the practice. The ideal candidate is a proven "seller / doer" with deep DSA knowledge and a passion for both design and client development. Partnership is not only on the table—it’s encouraged.

Senior Design Architect Responsibilities

  • Oversee and manage architectural projects, primarily in the public K–12 education sector
  • Serve as the lead for the LA office, managing a team of architects
  • Lead client presentations, interface with school districts, and develop new business
  • Write proposals, participate in marketing and business development initiatives
  • Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and code compliance, particularly DSA
  • Collaborate with leadership on firm-wide initiatives and shared projects
  • Review and approve construction documents and design drawings
  • Mentor and develop junior team members
  • Help grow the department and firm’s market share in Southern California
  • Participate in high-level firm leadership with potential for future partnership

Senior Design Architect Requirements

  • 10+ years of architectural design experience, with a strong background in public K–12 education projects
  • California Architectural License is required
  • Deep understanding of DSA processes and compliance
  • Experience managing project teams and overseeing architectural departments
  • Strong client-facing experience, including proposal writing and relationship-building
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or closely related field
  • Proficiency in reviewing Revit-based drawings
  • Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with leadership ambitions
  • 15+ years of total experience is a plus
  • Prior experience running or owning a firm is welcomed
  • Familiarity with Deltek, Office 365, and Autodesk Build

    • Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Profit-sharing 401(k) plan
  • Generous PTO
  • All 3-day weekends are extended to 4 days
  • Clear path to equity partnership for qualified candidates
  • Work / life balance – low stress, high collaboration culture

    • Seniority level

  • Director

    • Employment type

  • Full-time

    • Job function

  • Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology
  • Industries : Civil Engineering and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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