Intermediate Architectural Designer (Full-time, mid-level; 3+ years experience)

Team: Design

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Commitment: Full-Time

Workplace Type: onsite

Responsibilities:

Design Leadership + Technical Execution

Produce and coordinate presentations, drawing sets, and renderings from concept through permit and construction support.

Proactively check and coordinate project documents for technical quality (sheet organization, details, dimensions, code items, and interdisciplinary coordination).

Demonstrate strong understanding of building materials, systems, codes, details, and construction techniques.

Develop and follow clear drawing standards, checklists, and QA/QC routines.

Permitting + Jurisdiction Coordination

Support permitting processes in Los Angeles and other jurisdictions (submittals, plan check cycles, revisions, and resubmittals).

Track plan check comments and ensure responses are complete and documented.

Coordinate with expeditors and external consultants as needed.

Project Management (Designer-to-PM expectations)

Create and maintain design schedules (deliverables, due dates, dependencies).

Lead or co-lead coordination with consultants (structural, civil, MEP), including agenda prep, meeting notes, action items, and follow-ups.

Communicate progress, constraints, and decisions clearly to internal stakeholders.

Support task assignment and accountability for junior designers and interns to meet deadlines.

General

Travel as required and support the design department or construction site as needed.

Requirements

Major or degree in Architecture or a related field required.

3+ years of experience in design development, architectural design, documentation, and detailing; residential experience preferred.

Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, and general 3D modeling/rendering.

Strong organizational systems (tracking, documentation discipline, version control).

Strong communication, problem-solving, and ability to drive coordination across multiple parties.

California Driver’s License and reliable vehicle required.

Application Requirements

Portfolio or work samples required.

Cover letter recommended.