Senior Architect

ZGF Architects is seeking a Senior Architect with 15+ years of professional experience to join our team. We are looking for self-directed and thoughtful individuals with excellent communication and technical skills.

The role is based in our Los Angeles, CA office, where we ideate, collaborate, and create, supported by a culturally diverse group of design professionals every day. Our team thrives on multi-disciplinary engagement while practicing at the intersection of architecture, interiors, and urban design and are distinguished by our creativity, curiosity, and goal of bringing design excellence to every project.

As a Senior Architect
, you…

• Are a leader with the skills and experience necessary to act effectively as a Project Designer/Project Architect on complex projects.
• Set direction for the execution of project goals and objectives with project team and client, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation, and development of novel concepts and methods.
• Seek engagement and collaboration at all levels, including the internal and external design team, clients, and contractors.
• Are energized to create something new every day and eager to collaborate in a team.
• Bring a track-record of success with complex, multi-phase projects in healthcare, mixed-use, civic, government, institutional research facilities, and higher education to the firm.
• Manage teams from concept design through construction and have a deep understanding of building, zoning, energy codes, ADA, construction standards, and other regulatory requirements.
• Mentor and manage staff.
• Work collaboratively with others toward design solutions.
• Are responsible for the effective performance of the Project Team regarding project quality, schedule, and budget.
• Contribute to general office-wide initiatives and marketing efforts.
• Demonstrate motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges.
• Help build relationships with clients and consultants with team leaders.

• Well-rounded, strategic thinker with an integrated approach to design, management, and technical project resolution
• Highly motivated, proactive and passionate
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent team communication skills, design presentation, and storytelling skills
• Experience in a variety of building types, building materials, technical design, and construction techniques
• Significant knowledge, expertise, and initiative to explore and carry out new or complex assignments requiring the development of innovative techniques and procedures
• Demonstrated leadership, management, and communication skills
• Ability to navigate complex situations requiring diplomacy, interpersonal skills, and judgement
• Ability to perceive the goals of others, help to set priorities on projects and initiatives, and positively motivate individuals within the context of projects and the firm
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships outside the project team and the firm to facilitate project acquisition, facilitate innovation, and then validation of project direction
• Ability to communicate knowledge and experience throughout the Architectural Group
• Ability to develop and process fee proposals and contractual agreements for a project
• Experience in Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, and other forms of project delivery
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, and Deltek Vision
• Professional Architectural degree and a minimum of 15 years of related experience
• Licensed Architects are strongly preferred

$135,000/yr - $160,000/yr based on skills and experience level.

ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO…