Project Architect

Jobot; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Profit Sharing

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Half day Fridays

CEU sessions

Wellness initiatives

Continuing education support

Job summary

Jobot in Irvine, CA is seeking a licensed Project Architect to lead construction documentation and design development across educational, civic, healthcare, and commercial projects. The role requires an active California architectural license, a bachelor’s degree in architecture (advanced degree a plus), and a minimum seven years of experience.

Proficiency in Revit is essential, with a track record mentoring junior designers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, or equivalent; advanced degree is a plus.
• Active California Architectural License.
• Minimum of 7 years of architectural experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit with proven work experience in an architectural environment.
• Effective communicator and team player.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior designers and drafters.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction document preparation alongside the Project Manager.
• Coordinate documents across internal staff, consultants, and contractors.
• Handle construction administration tasks, including shop drawing and submittal reviews.
• Conduct code review and ensure documents meet compliance standards.
• Apply strong knowledge of industry standards, construction methods, and building systems.
• Utilize Revit at a high technical level throughout the design and documentation process.
• Perform quality control checks on design and construction documents.
• Lead and mentor a team of architectural designers and drafters.
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices.

Skills

Communication

Mentoring

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Active California Architectural License

Tools

Revit

Job description

Project Architect | Irvine, CA | Must be Licensed Architect

Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us

Founded nearly four decades ago and based in Irvine, California, we are a full service planning, architecture, and interior design firm built on a simple idea, that great design should serve the people using it, not just look good in a portfolio. We work across educational, civic, healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors, and our office runs on collaboration rather than hierarchy, with senior architects who genuinely enjoy teaching and staff who are encouraged to keep growing. It's a place where the work is meaningful, the projects are varied, and the people around you actually want to see you succeed.

Why join us

• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays, plus half day Fridays
• Collaborative Work Environment: Weekly lunch and learns, CEU sessions, and monthly wellness initiatives, all inside an office built for connection with light filled workspaces, a fitness center, an on site cafe, and even a putting green
• Meaningful Projects: Work on educational, civic, healthcare, and commercial facilities that make a real impact in the community
• Growth Focused: Continuing education support and the chance to learn directly from senior architects and industry leaders

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead construction document preparation alongside the Project Manager
• Coordinate documents across internal staff, consultants, and contractors
• Handle construction administration tasks, including shop drawing and submittal reviews
• Conduct code review and ensure documents meet compliance standards
• Apply strong knowledge of industry standards, construction methods, and building systems
• Utilize Revit at a high technical level throughout the design and documentation process
• Perform quality control checks on design and construction documents
• Lead and mentor a team of architectural designers and drafters
• Stay current on industry trends, technologies, and best practices

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, or equivalent, advanced degree is a plus
• Active California Architectural License
• Minimum of 7 years of architectural experience
• Strong proficiency in Revit with proven work experience in an architectural environment
• Effective communicator and team player
• Proven ability to lead and mentor junior designers and drafters

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