Senior Technical Architect - Mandarin Speaking

We are seeking an experienced architect to lead project design and develop team capacities.

• Actively lead distinct portions of a project with periodic supervision by project leadership.
• Exhibit initiative, process innovation, problem solving, and decision quality with high precision and accuracy at a project level.
• Produce, coordinate, and/or oversee presentation and contract deliverables such as diagrams, 3D models, drawings, renderings, physical models, and animations.
• Communicate internally with project teams and externally with consultants and clients through timely and appropriate written, oral, and visual means.
• Create and innovate with strong conceptual design ability and integrate interdisciplinary criteria to advance the design of distinct portions of large projects or entire projects of a small scale.
• Collaborate at project, consultant team, and client team levels by critically and constructively evaluating ideas.
• Contribute to and actively participate within the studio and office.
• Demonstrate advanced understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques.
• Enrich design concepts through technical strategies and effectively use appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases.
• Proactively check and coordinate project documents for compliance with technical requirements.
• Manage time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments, occasionally interacting with and directing team members.

• Inspire and lead others by example, mentor and train staff, and define team member expectations.
• Empower others and delegate appropriately based on team members’ abilities and potential.
• Develop and manage a clear and consistent work plan to achieve project budget, deliverables, and schedule.
• Engage in internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Contribute to the implementation of sustainable strategies and develop staff knowledge.
• Contribute to the development of standards, policies, and procedures.
• Protect the firm from financial and legal risk.

• Fluent in Mandarin Chinese and English (reading, writing, speaking).
• Accredited degree in architecture or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience.
• Licensed architect with current registration in the region.
• Strong proficiency in Revit, BIM, and AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling software (Rhino, parametric, rendering software) and other graphic software.
• Advanced knowledge of architectural building systems, Construction Types I, II & IV, sustainability, and integrated design.
• Proficiency in construction management and related software.
• Advanced knowledge of building code and ability to research and apply it.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance.
• 401(k) matching, pre‑tax spending accounts, and employee discount programs.
• Flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program.
• Professional license reimbursement, associated renewals, exam fees, and specialized in‑house career development.
• Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $120,000 based on experience, qualifications, location, and education.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.