Senior Tech Architect - Construction Lead, Retail/Residential

Facade Today; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 152,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Technical Architect to lead construction-phase architectural services for a large-scale mixed-use development. The role requires 12+ years of experience with strong retail and multi-family expertise and CMAR delivery experience.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership during construction, ensure design intent, coordinate building systems, and manage complex stakeholder interfaces across a large multi-disciplinary project.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• US architectural licensure required.
• 12+ years of relevant architectural experience.
• Experience delivering large-scale mixed-use projects (retail and multi-family).
• Experience with CMAR or similar delivery models.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, documentation standards, and coordination workflows.
• Excellent communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural construction-phase services for a large-scale mixed-use development.
• Provide technical leadership to ensure design intent, functionality, safety, and quality during construction.
• Review and oversee architectural documentation, including drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulatory requirements, and sustainability standards.
• Support construction teams by responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, and resolving site/coordination issues.
• Coordinate with disciplines, contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to address technical and delivery challenges.
• Contribute to quality assurance and risk management across construction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

US architectural licensure

Job description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Technical Architect to lead construction-phase architectural services for a large-scale mixed-use development. The role requires 12+ years of experience with strong retail and multi-family expertise and CMAR delivery experience.

The successful candidate will provide technical leadership during construction, ensure design intent, coordinate building systems, and manage complex stakeholder interfaces across a large multi-disciplinary project.