Project Architect

WRNS Studio; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

WRNS Studio in San Francisco seeks a Project Architect with 8+ years of architectural experience. The role leads design teams, coordinates with consultants, and drives projects from concept through construction while ensuring quality and adherence to codes.

Strong leadership and communication are essential to foster collaboration and sustainability. The position requires an architectural degree, licensure, and proficiency with Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (BArch / MArch) is required.
• Registered, licensed architect preferred.
• Experience leading medium to large-scale projects with strong design and leadership.
• Knowledge of local building codes and permit processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases of projects from concept to construction.
• Coordinate with consultants and engage clients to align vision and deliverables.
• Oversee production and documentation from concept to permit submission.
• Manage construction administration and ensure design intent is maintained.

Skills

Project leadership

Team coordination

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

Professional architecture degree

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

WRNS Studio is seeking a Project Architect for our San Francisco Studio.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases of projects, from concept to construction on various sizes and levels of complexity
• Provide project team leadership and coordinate with consultants to engage clients, aligning vision and deliverables
• Participate in production and oversee documentation of projects from concept, through entitlement, to permit submission
• Oversee construction administration, ensuring design intent is maintained through execution
• Exercise knowledge of architectural design, detailing, building materials, and construction techniques
• Work independently and as part of a project team, collaborating effectively to achieve excellence in design and sustainability

Requirements

• Professional Degree in Architecture (BArch / MArch)
• Registered, licensed architect (LEED accreditation a plus)
• Minimum 8+ years of architectural and planning experience with strong technical, design, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience leading medium to large-scale projects
• Preferred candidate will have some experience with interior architecture, especially for workplace
• Experience working in all phases of architectural projects, including Construction Administration
• Experience permitting projects through local Authorities-Having-Jurisdiction
• Strong knowledge of local building codes
• Proficiency in Rhino, Sketchup, and Adobe Creative Suite – or a variety of conceptual design, rendering, and presentation graphics software platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Work location

Please note, this position is expected to work on-site. WRNS has found that working together and in-person is essential to our collaboration, communication, continuous learning, productivity and innovation.