Senior Architect (Industrial Construction)

IFAB Engineering Partners LP; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Dennis Group is seeking an experienced Project Architect to support our industrial architectural practice for food and beverage facilities. The role requires leading design from programming through construction, coordinating with project managers and multiple engineering disciplines.

Applicants should have 10+ years of project experience, strong knowledge of building codes, and proficiency in AutoCAD with Revit preferred. Travel up to 25% is required.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture is required.
• 10+ years of professional architectural experience across all project phases.
• Licensed architect with LEED accreditation is a plus; strong codes knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare programming and concept documentation to meet client needs and budget.
• Produce schematic, design development and construction documents with project team.
• Coordinate across disciplines and lead design reviews and approvals.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Revit

Communication

Project management

Education

Master's or Bachelor’s in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Posting Details

• Posted on July 24, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Carlsbad, CA 92011, USA
• On-site
• Travel Required : Yes
• Pay or shift range: $115,000 USD to $150,000 USD
• Architecture
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ARCHI001302

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

Compensation Package

• The approximate base salary range is $110,000 - $150,000 (Incumbent’s final compensation is determined on experience, knowledge, abilities, etc.).
• Performance Bonus & Profit-Sharing Bonus.
• 401k + Company Match.
• Open Vacation Policy.
• Paid Holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Health, Vision, Dental, Life Insurance, Disability.
• Tuition Reimbursement & Professional Employee Licensing.

About the Job

As a design/build engineering firm and general contractor, Dennis Group’s Architects support our industrial architectural practice in designing and building food and beverage processing facilities. Our projects are industrial projects that are complex and require frequent interaction with our project managers, process designers, and multiple different disciplines of engineering staff. The Architect is a key role in all phases of architectural design and facility programming for defining spaces and their characteristicsfrom proposal development through construction administration. Architects apply knowledge in areas of sanitary design, building materials, and construction methods.

Project Architect Responsibilities

• Prepare programming and concept development documentation to meet clients’ needs and budget
• Establish budget, task schedule, and other components of a project work plan with the Project Manager
• Execute applicable agency review analysis for codes, zoning, accessibility, life-safety, etc.
• Carry out design and architectural detailing tasks including site and building planning studies, elevation studies, stairs, functional space layouts, building sections, wall sections, special details, etc.
• Produce schematic, design development and construction documents; make decisions and negotiate critical issues in collaboration with the Project Manager and other team members
• Provide leadership to the project team (all disciplines) for documents coordination including design drawings construction documentation and specifications
• Help maintain and improve office architectural standards, details and production tools.
• Perform construction administration duties - RFI’s, RFP’s, change orders, on-site observation, etc.
• Maintain contact with clients, consultants, and contractors
• Participate in marketing efforts and presentations to prospective clients

About You

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 10+ years of professional experience in all phases of architectural projects
• Architectural license desired with LEED accreditation a plus
• A broad range of commercial/industrial project experience is desired
• Experience with building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is necessary. Experience with Revit is a preferredbut not required.
• Advanced experience in all phases of a project including construction documentation review
• Understanding of the project management process
• Effective verbal, written and graphic communication skills
• Professional and collaborative work ethic

Candidates must be open to overnight travel not less than 25% of any given year to client facilities and construction sites.

About Us

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.

Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Travel Required

Yes. Overnight travel not less than 25% throughout the year. Equal Opportunity Employer.

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