Project Architect

SmithGroup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Hybrid work environment

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

SmithGroup in Los Angeles is seeking a Project Architect to join our design team. You will lead a team to deliver construction documents for complex senior living and residential projects, guiding day-to-day construction administration and coordinating with clients, owners, and consultants.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, 10+ years of experience, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• 10+ years of professional experience in medium to large senior living or residential projects.
• LEED AP and architectural registration preferred.
• Working knowledge of engineering systems and ability to engage multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to communicate with clients and build trustful relationships.
• Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication, and organizational skills.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience with wood-framed construction is preferred.
• Experience leading other architects and project teams.
• Understanding of code implementation, jurisdiction review, and construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for complex projects.
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction document packages.
• Lead day-to-day construction administration with contractors, owners, and consultants.
• Mentor and oversee junior staff and staff development.
• Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
• Develop trusted client relationships and manage communications.
• Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client communication

Project management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Los Angeles office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our team.

Working with us, you will:

• Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature.
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
• Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
• Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients.
• Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
• Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.

An ideal candidate has:

• A bachelor's degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience with medium to large-sized senior living and/or residental projects.
• LEED AP and Architectural Registration preferred.
• Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
• Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• High proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience with wood framed construction is preferred.
• Experience leading other architects and project teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.

• We offer flexible scheduling
• a hybrid work environment
• 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off
• 8 paid federal holidays
• 15 extra Fridays off!
• medical
• dental
• vision coverage
• wellbeing resources
• paid parental leave
• a flex spending account
• voluntary insurance options
• We invest in your future through our 401(k) program with employer matching, tuition reimbursement program, one‑on‑one career coaching and professional development opportunities.
• While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $99,000 to $116,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].