Senior Project Architect

Archinect; Culver City (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays and PTO

401k + bonus

Hybrid work environment

License dues reimbursement

AIA membership

Transit subsidy

Fitness stipend

Wellness events

Pet-friendly

Mentorship programs

Educational seminars

Social events

Job summary

KFA Architecture in Culver City, CA is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead design and coordination on major Los Angeles area projects. This role requires licensure, strong leadership, and a deep understanding of multi-family and mixed-use buildings.

You will supervise the design execution, coordinate with consultants, manage production workflow, mentor junior staff, and interface with clients to advance projects. Proficiency in Revit and Construction Administration is essential.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of relevant work experience (preferred 2+ years experience in multi-family residential).
• Licensure required.
• Completion of five-year accredited architectural program or graduate of four-year architectural program.
• Knowledge of Type I, III, & V construction.
• Experience in mixed-use, community and/or multi-family residential projects preferred.
• Strong management and organization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience in a leadership role, guiding and supporting junior staff.
• Ability to advance a project through all phases of production from early conceptual design through Construction Administration.
• Ability to multitask on up to two concurrent projects

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the execution of the design throughout the project;
• Supervise and lead technical project coordination with consultant team;
• Communicate frequently and clearly with the project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials in collaboration with the project manager;
• Identify and bring concerns, problems and proposed solutions to the project team;
• Lead projects independently while guiding and managing internal production workflow and team. Plan and implement goals and resources to meet project schedule and milestones;
• Create details that reflect the design intent of the project;
• Perform work in a timely manner to meet the project schedule;
• Support, direct and mentor junior staff;
• Interface with clients regularly to align expectations and drive the project forward;
• Coordinate and participate in project design efforts

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Mentoring junior staff

Independent work

Multitasking

Time management

Education

Five-year accredited architectural program

Architect licensure

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

KFA Architecture Employer

Culver City, CA, USLocation:

Tue, Oct 13 '26Posted On

$120,000 - $140,000 annually Pay:

KFA reshapes LA by designing great places where people flourish. At KFA, we believe design should be a synthesis of beauty, context, marketability, and sensibility. We are a team of creative problem solvers and great collaborators. Our work is focused on communities; we specialize in multi-family housing but have a passion for those projects that contribute to thriving neighborhoods, including hospitality, adaptive reuse, and community centers. KFA has been recognized as one of LA’s best places to work by the Los Angeles Business Journal, and was a previous recipient of the Firm of the Year award by the AIA California Council. KFA is seeking energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and critical thinkers. A good fit at KFA is an individual that has a desire for professional growth, demonstrates interest in both the design and technical parts of the profession, has an eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic. Join our collaborative design practice as a Senior Project Architect to work on inspiring and significant projects in and around Los Angeles, California.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the execution of the design throughout the project;
• Supervise and lead technical project coordination with consultant team;
• Communicate frequently and clearly with the project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials in collaboration with the project manager;
• Identify and bring concerns, problems and proposed solutions to the project team;
• Lead projects independently while guiding and managing internal production workflow and team. Plan and implement goals and resources to meet project schedule and milestones;
• Create details that reflect the design intent of the project;
• Perform work in a timely manner to meet the project schedule;
• Support, direct and mentor junior staff;
• Interface with clients regularly to align expectations and drive the project forward;
• Coordinate and participate in project design efforts;

Desired Skills And Experience

• 12+ years of relevant work experience (preferred 2+ years experience in multi-family residential);
• Licensure required;
• Completion of five -year accredited architectural program or graduate of four-year architectural program;
• Knowledge of Type I, III, & V construction;
• Experience in mixed-use, community and/or multi-family residential projects preferred;
• Strong management and organization;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Previous experience in a leadership role, guiding and supporting junior staff;
• Ability to advance a project through all phases of production from early conceptual design through Construction Administration;
• Ability to multitask on up to two concurrent projects
• Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator);
• Advanced knowledge of building codes, industry standards, building construction, and building structures with the ability to layout a code compliant fit plan;
• Experience in Construction Administration;
• Ability to work independently on architectural design projects.

Pay / Benefits

This is a full-time position.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401k and annual performance bonus opportunities
• Hybrid work environment, with a minimum of three fixed in-office days per week
• Reimbursement for California State Architectural License dues
• AIA membership for employees with a California State Architectural License
• Transportation subsidy for taking public transit, carpooling, biking, walking to work
• Fitness stipend
• Wellness events
• Pet-friendly
• Professional development opportunities through office mentorship program & monthly educational seminars
• Regular social events

KFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Compensation is based upon experience and the estimated range is $120,000 - $140,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits.

For more about KFA visit www.kfalosangeles.com.