Senior Project Architect - High-End Residential Design Lead

Josh Tully Architecture; Hermosa Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Josh Tully Architecture in Hermosa Beach seeks an experienced Senior Project Architect to lead design development through construction documents for ground-up high-end residences in Los Angeles and Orange County.

The role emphasizes thoughtful design, rigorous technical execution, and close collaboration with contractors, interior designers, and consultants, with potential for future leadership within the studio.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience preferred.
• Strong experience with high-end custom residential architecture.
• Excellent construction documentation and detailing skills.
• Experience independently managing projects through DD and CDs.
• Strong understanding of residential construction and consultant coordination.
• Familiarity with Los Angeles area codes, permitting, and plan-check processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through design development and construction documentation.
• Develop comprehensive, well-coordinated drawing sets.
• Resolve architectural details and complex building conditions.
• Coordinate structural, civil, MEP, landscape, interiors, and other consultants.
• Manage permitting and plan-check processes with Los Angeles area jurisdictions.
• Coordinate directly with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Provide technical guidance and drawing review for other team members.
• Participate in project meetings and construction administration.
• Contribute to the continued development of office standards, details, templates, and project-delivery workflows.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Residential architecture

Education

California licensure preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Revit

Archicad

Job description

Josh Tully Architecture in Hermosa Beach seeks an experienced Senior Project Architect to lead design development through construction documents for ground-up high-end residences in Los Angeles and Orange County.

The role emphasizes thoughtful design, rigorous technical execution, and close collaboration with contractors, interior designers, and consultants, with potential for future leadership within the studio.