Project Architect: Design Leadership & Client Coordination

Gensler; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401k

Profit sharing

Employee stock ownership

Annual bonuses

Job summary

Gensler, a leading global design firm, seeks an experienced Project Architect in Los Angeles to guide creativity and technical coordination across hospitality projects. You will manage client relationships, lead design development, and supervise consultants and documentation through SD, DD, and CD phases.

The role requires a professional Architecture degree, CA licensure, and 10+ years of experience with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture with a rigorous portfolio.
• Licensed Architect in California.
• 10+ years of relevant architectural experience in hospitality projects.
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building codes and structures.
• Public speaking and ability to lead large teams.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical design including programming client needs, modeling, and documentation.
• Coordinate with clients and consultants to secure approvals and align designs.
• Manage client, team and project coordination with engineering and specialty consultants.
• Support communication among project team, clients, vendors, and authorities.
• Develop workplans for SD, DD and CD issuances and oversee documentation development.
• Lead coordination with external consultants, product reps, and fabricators; manage permit submissions.

Skills

Public speaking

Team leadership

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Professional Architecture degree

CA licensed architect

Job description

Gensler, a leading global design firm, seeks an experienced Project Architect in Los Angeles to guide creativity and technical coordination across hospitality projects. You will manage client relationships, lead design development, and supervise consultants and documentation through SD, DD, and CD phases.

The role requires a professional Architecture degree, CA licensure, and 10+ years of experience with strong communication and leadership skills.