Project Architect

Handel Architects; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis​

Competitive PTO

401(k) with employer contribution

Downtown office near Powell BART/Muni

Job summary

Handel Architects in San Francisco hires a Project Architect to lead design and documentation across all project phases, guiding teams and coordinating with consultants and clients.

You will contribute to feasible concepts, technical rigor, and construction documentation, with emphasis on collaborative problem solving and design excellence in a fast-paced studio.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience across all project phases.
• Experience with medium-to-large-scale multifamily residential projects preferred.
• CA Licensed Architect or license-eligible.
• Familiarity with zoning, planning and building codes.
• Familiarity with LEED and GreenPoint Rated system a plus.
• Proficiency in Revit; strong 3D modeling and rendering skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape buildings from feasibility and concept through documentation and construction.
• Collaborate with Senior Project Architects and Project Managers; coordinate with consultants and clients.
• Deliver thoughtful, well-executed projects that enrich the urban environment.

Skills

Architectural experience

Multifamily residential

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

CA Licensed Architect

Tools

Revit

Rhino

D5

Enscape

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

Handel Architects is a nationally recognized architecture firm with offices in New York City, Boston, San Francisco, and Hong Kong. Our work includes interior design, architecture and urban design and aims to leverage individual opportunities to create something greater: positive urban and social change. We are a fast-paced and results-driven firm and are looking for people that share our passion.

Handel Architects is an award-winning, full-service Architecture, Planning, and Interior Design firm with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston, and Hong Kong. We specialize in innovative, sustainability-driven solutions that shape vibrant communities worldwide. Our San Francisco office specializes in complex mixed-use and multi-family residential projects, from boutique urban infill to large-scale high-rise developments.

We’re a collaborative team of passionate Architects and Designers who thrive in an open studio environment. We share ideas, support each other, and design spaces that positively impact lives. Our culture values creativity, camaraderie, and growth—we celebrate achievements, work hard, and genuinely enjoy what we do.

We operate on a hybrid schedule: in-office Monday–Thursday, with optional remote work on Fridays.

About the Job

Our San Francisco studio is seeking a Project Architect with 8+ years of experience to join our design-driven team.

We are looking for a talented, well-rounded Architect who is adept at solving problems and can work effectively in a team environment. Blending design sensibilities with technical rigor, you will play a key role in shaping buildings—from early feasibility and conceptual design through documentation and construction—ensuring design intent is carried through all phases.

As a Project Architect, you will collaborate closely with Senior Project Architects and Project Managers. You will work directly with consultants and clients, contributing meaningfully to the delivery of thoughtful, well-executed, and inspiring buildings that enrich the urban environment.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Architect seeking professional growth, increased responsibility, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects within a supportive, collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience across all project phases, from feasibility through documentation and construction
• Experience with medium-to-large-scale multifamily residential projects preferred
• Professional degree in Architecture
• CA Licensed Architect preferred
• Familiarity with zoning regulations, planning codes, and building codes
• Familiarity with LEED and GreenPoint Rated certification systems a plus
• Proficiency in Revit required
• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering tools (Rhino, D5, Enscape)
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Proven experience producing coordinated and comprehensive construction documents
• Experience with Construction Administration and jobsite observations
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client presentations
• Highly organized, technically proficient, and detail-oriented
• Collaborative team player who contributes effectively in a studio environment
• Experience mentoring and sharing knowledge across multiple staff levels
• Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks independently

What We Offer

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• Competitive PTO
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Downtown office near Powell BART/Muni stationCalm, collaborative work environment