Senior Design Architect

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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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