Senior Project Architect – Custom Homes & Design Leadership

AIA Central Valley; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Simple IRA 3% match

Health and vision plan

Continuing education stipend

Job summary

DeForest Architects in Lake Tahoe Studio is seeking a Project Architect to lead design and production on custom residential projects in California. The role requires strong design sense, construction knowledge, and ability to manage clients and teams through all phases.

You will contribute to multiple project teams, prepare construction documents, coordinate with principals, and oversee permitting and land-use considerations. Local candidates preferred.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of architectural experience in design and construction administration.
• At least 2 years on complex custom single-family residential projects.
• Strong design, detailing, and client communication.
• Experience with permitting and land-use issues.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to multiple project teams and support project leads.
• Manage client and team communications during design and CD phases.
• Lead design development under supervision of principals.
• Prepare construction documents with detailed details and specifications.
• Conduct code research and ensure compliance with local regulations.

Skills

Idea people

Collaborators

Professionals

Talented designers

Tools

ArchiCAD

Job description

DeForest Architects in Lake Tahoe Studio is seeking a Project Architect to lead design and production on custom residential projects in California. The role requires strong design sense, construction knowledge, and ability to manage clients and teams through all phases.

You will contribute to multiple project teams, prepare construction documents, coordinate with principals, and oversee permitting and land-use considerations. Local candidates preferred.