Senior Architectural Designer - Lead Design & Delivery

Archinect; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Synthesis Design + Architecture (SDA) in Los Angeles is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Architectural Designer/Architect to lead design development and technical delivery on active studio projects, including a major adaptive-reuse and a sculptural enclosure project.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with consultants, and translate design direction into buildable architecture while working closely with the firm’s principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 4+ years of professional experience in an architecture or design practice.
• Strong proficiency in Rhino; working knowledge of Revit.
• Experience producing construction documents and administering construction.
• Knowledge of California Building Code and accessibility requirements.
• Strong verbal and written communication with contractors and fabricators.

Responsibilities

• Lead design development and technical coordination on assigned projects from concept through construction administration.
• Manage day-to-day production, schedules, and documentation quality.
• Coordinate architectural work with structural, MEP, and specialty-fabrication consultants.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and field conditions during construction phases.
• Conduct site visits and document field observations.
• Direct and mentor junior designers.
• Represent design intent in client and consultant meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Construction administration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Rhino

Revit

Job description

Synthesis Design + Architecture (SDA) in Los Angeles is seeking an Intermediate/Senior Architectural Designer/Architect to lead design development and technical delivery on active studio projects, including a major adaptive-reuse and a sculptural enclosure project.

You will mentor junior staff, coordinate with consultants, and translate design direction into buildable architecture while working closely with the firm’s principal.