Architecture Intermediate Designer

Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Inabia Software & Consulting Inc. seeks an Architecture Intermediate Designer in Oakland, CA. The role focuses on architecture and interior design across multifamily, commercial, and mixed-use projects with sustainable, community-oriented approaches. You will work on zoning, entitlements, and design development.

The ideal candidate has a 10+ year portfolio, strong presentation skills, and proficiency in Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. Licensing is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional architectural design experience.
• Strong conceptual and schematic design portfolio.
• Experience with zoning, planning, and entitlement processes, preferably in urban/mixed-use projects.
• B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited architecture program.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools such as Enscape.
• Strong graphic presentation, communication, and design skills.
• Experience across capacity studies, concept design, schematic design, entitlements, DD, CDs, and CA.
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior designers.
• Familiarity with zoning, accessibility, building codes, and construction methods.
• Architectural license is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and schematic design efforts for multifamily, commercial, hospitality, or mixed-use projects.
• Mentor junior designers and coordinate with internal teams.
• Navigate zoning, entitlement processes, and code compliance for projects.
• Develop compelling design presentations and graphic materials.

Skills

Extensive design experience

Mentoring junior designers

Education

Bachelor/Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Enscape

Job description

Position:Architecture Intermediate Designer – Oakland, CA
Location:Oakland, CA
Salary Range:$85K
About the Organization
A leading multidisciplinary architecture and design firm specializing in architecture, interior design, master planning, and innovative building solutions. The organization works across multifamily housing, commercial, hospitality, industrial, and mixed-use projects, with a strong focus on sustainable, community-oriented design and modern construction methods.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years of professional architectural design experience.
• Strong conceptual and schematic design portfolio.
• Experience with zoning, planning, and entitlement processes, preferably in urban/mixed-use projects.
• B.Arch or M.Arch from an accredited architecture program.
• Strong proficiency inRevit, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools such as Enscape.
• Strong graphic presentation, communication, and design skills.
• Experience across capacity studies, concept design, schematic design, entitlements, DD, CDs, and CA.
• Ability to work independently and mentor junior designers.
• Familiarity with zoning, accessibility, building codes, and construction methods.
• Architectural license is preferred butnot required.

Client Priority:Looking for a candidate with10+ years of experience who is focused exclusively on design and has a very strong portfolio.