Senior Architect - NCARB

Zyve; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Premium medical and dental coverage

Health savings plans

Life insurance

Flexible time off policy

Job summary

Zyve is seeking a Senior Architect for on-site work in Sunnyvale, CA. The role focuses on labs, clean rooms, and industrial projects from concept to construction documents, requiring a CA license and 10+ years in design or management.

You will lead design efforts, coordinate with cross-functional teams, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with Title 24, CBC, and local codes while engaging with planning departments to secure permits.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect in the state of California.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural design or project management, with demonstrated expertise in labs, clean rooms, and industrial facilities.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently from inception through construction documentation and to oversee teams and consultants throughout the design development process.
• Advanced production skills with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• In-depth knowledge of Title 24, California Building Code, and local Building and Fire Codes.
• Experience navigating local planning and building department processes, including securing zoning approvals, entitlements, and building permits. (DSA and HCAI experience are a plus.)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex industrial and technology projects, including labs, commercial office spaces, clean rooms, and manufacturing facilities, from concept through construction documents.
• Oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring quality, code compliance, and effective coordination among design, engineering, and construction teams.
• Serve as the primary project contact, representing the organization with client management and end-users, and presenting designs and project updates.
• Direct and mentor teams of architects, engineers, and consultants, fostering collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate detailed architectural drawings and reports using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Ensure all designs comply with current Title 24, California Building Code (CBC), and local Building and Fire Codes.
• Navigate and manage local planning and building department approval processes, including zoning approvals, entitlements, and building permits.

Skills

Licensed Architect

Project management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Senior Architect - Labs, Clean Rooms and Industrial projects

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Requirements: 10+ years experience as a proejct architect with a CA license

A leading Design-Build firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering innovative projects in the aerospace, biotech, science and technology, and university markets is seeking a Senior Architect. This is a full-time, on-site position for a skilled professional who excels in designing complex industrial and technology facilities.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of complex industrial and technology projects, including labs, commercial office spaces, clean rooms, and manufacturing facilities, from concept through construction documents.
• Oversee all phases of project execution, ensuring quality, code compliance, and effective coordination among design, engineering, and construction teams.
• Serve as the primary project contact, representing the organization with client management and end-users, and presenting designs and project updates.
• Direct and mentor teams of architects, engineers, and consultants, fostering collaboration, creativity, and professional growth.
• Prepare, review, and coordinate detailed architectural drawings and reports using Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• Ensure all designs comply with current Title 24, California Building Code (CBC), and local Building and Fire Codes.
• Navigate and manage local planning and building department approval processes, including zoning approvals, entitlements, and building permits.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Architect in the state of California.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural design or project management, with demonstrated expertise in labs, clean rooms, and industrial facilities.
• Proven ability to manage projects independently from inception through construction documentation and to oversee teams and consultants throughout the design development process.
• Advanced production skills with Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD.
• In-depth knowledge of Title 24, California Building Code, and local Building and Fire Codes.
• Experience navigating local planning and building department processes, including securing zoning approvals, entitlements, and building permits. (DSA and HCAI experience are a plus.)
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary $120,000 - $180,000 DOE
• Bonus opportunities
• Premium medical and dental coverage, health savings plans, life insurance
• Flexible time off policy

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.