Project Architect - Interiors - Senior

Description

• Work closely with Project Managers and Studio Directors on project planning, team workflows, schedules, and resourcing.
• Coordinate with a wide range of consultants, including but not limited to MEP, structural, lighting, AV/IT, and sustainability specialists, to deliver integrated design solutions.
• Mentor junior architects and designers while fostering a collaborative and inclusive studio culture.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure alignment between project goals, timelines, and design outcomes.
• Manage code compliance, jurisdictional requirements, and permit submissions.
• Lead the documentation and technical development of interior architecture projects, ensuring clarity, coordination, and alignment with Gensler standards.
• Ensure realization of design intent throughout design and delivery phases.
• Develop architectural drawings and specifications to communicate planning concepts for project documentation and construction. Apply proper QA/QC methods throughout project.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring each project progresses smoothly through different phases, from conceptual design to construction administration.
• Provide leadership during construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, conducting site visits, and ensuring design integrity.

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of California Building Code (CBC), ADA, and local permitting processes.
• Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management and technical project resolution who can help shape a vision for the future.
• Strong proficiency in Revit is required
• Minimum 10 years of experience focused on interior architecture and full project delivery (core and shell project experience is not required but is a plus).
• Proven experience in managing multiple architectural projects at various stages of development.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required; Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or Interior Architecture.
• Demonstrated experience leading consultant coordination and producing high-quality construction documents.
• Architectural licensure required (California licensure a plus)
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.

Benefits

• The base salary will be estimated between $118,000 – $135,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.
• Bring a growth mindset and interest in evolving project management skills, with opportunities to take on broader leadership responsibilities within the studio.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance