The Warner Group Architects, Inc.

Senior Project Designer

The Warner Group Architects, Inc. Employer

Location:

Santa Barbara, CA, US

Mon, Aug 3 '26 Posted On

$90,000 - $105,000 annually Pay:

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Project Designer to join our growing architectural team in Santa Barbara. This role is ideal for a highly organized design professional who can lead projects through construction documentation while coordinating consultants, clients, and permitting agencies. The candidate should be self-motivated and have strong design sensibilities, excellent technical skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a collaborative studio environment.

• Advance the design and development of residential and light commercial projects from schematic design through construction.
• Prepare complete construction document packages using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate architectural drawings with engineers and other consultants.
• Review consultant drawings for coordination and incorporate revisions into project documents.
• Prepare permit submittal packages and coordinate plan check responses with local jurisdictions.
• Research applicable building codes, zoning requirements, and municipal regulations.
• Assist with project scheduling and monitor progress to meet deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings and present design concepts, material selections, and project updates.
• Develop design studies, floor plans, elevations, details, and presentation graphics.
• Coordinate material selections and assist with interior and exterior finish integration.
• Perform field verification, site visits, and construction observations as required.
• Respond to RFIs, review submittals and shop drawings, and assist during construction administration.
• Mentor junior designers and provide guidance on drafting standards, detailing, and project coordination.
• Maintain organized project files and ensure quality control throughout all phases of design and documentation.
• Collaborate closely with principals, project managers, consultants, contractors, and clients.

• Minimum 5 years of professional architectural experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD required.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation and detailing.
• Experience coordinating engineering consultants throughout all phases of a project.
• Familiarity with California Building Code, residential codes, accessibility requirements, and local permitting processes.
• Experience preparing permit submittals and responding to plan check comments.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Experience with Sketch Up, Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Twinmotion, or rendering software is a plus.

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field preferred.