Architect (All Levels

Do you thrive in an imaginative and inventive environment? Are you someone who flourishes when part of a cohesive team where collaboration and ideas flow freely? Want to work for a firm that is taking concrete actions toward Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion? We’re looking for an experienced and Licensed California Architect to join our Education team working on various projects from K-12 to higher education in our Fresno office.

An ideal candidate will serve as a primary technical resource to project teams, consistently apply and deepen their understanding of general concepts, standards, and team dynamics, and offer high-level technical and design documentation support. This individual has experience with projects ranging in size and complexity in the Education market. We are looking for a stellar individual who wants to change the world, one project at a time.

Sound like you?

• Engage in design discussions and critiques, contributing ideas that elevate innovation and design quality.
• Participate in all project phases, from concept through construction, bringing both creative and technical expertise to the work.
• Translate design ideas into buildable, high‑quality solutions that reflect thoughtful, purposeful architecture.
• Contribute to the preparation of presentations and materials for clients and marketing efforts.
• Develop and coordinate architectural drawings, specifications, and consultant collaboration to support project design and delivery.
• Provide and/or receive technical guidance and mentorship, depending on your level of experience.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design intent is realized and project goals are achieved.
• Support or lead project planning efforts, including budgets, schedules, and quality control reviews.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to foster successful relationships and project outcomes.
• Participate in construction administration, ensuring design integrity through project completion

• California Architect License.
• A bachelor's degree in architecture (or equivalent).
• 3+ years of relevant architectural project experience in K-12 projects in California
• Proficiency in BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Sketch Up, Rhino, or other 3D modeling tools (a plus).
• A genuine interest in both design and technical excellence – you see architecture as the art of bridging creativity and constructability.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem‑solving skills.

At Lionakis, people and design come first. You’ll find:

• A collaborative, design‑forward culture that values creativity, mentorship, and shared success.
• The chance to shape stories that impact real communities.
• Hybrid work flexibility, every‑other‑Friday off options, and a comprehensive benefits package (bonus plan, 401(k) with match, health/dental/vision, generous PTO).
• A workplace deeply committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – in our projects, our people, and our culture.

Join us and help bring our design vision to life—one story at a time.

Salary Range: $83,600- $145,000 annually. Compensation and level DOE.

Studies have shown that underrepresented individuals like women; LGBTQIA+; and BIPOC, among others, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description or posting. Because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, we understand the best candidate may come from a non‑traditional background to our field of work.

Diversity makes us better.