Senior Technical Architect (Residential)

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Technical Architect / Senior Project Architect

High-End Coastal Residential Project

Location: South Bay, Los Angeles, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time or Contract
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience

About Us

We are a boutique architecture studio based in the South Bay of Los Angeles, focused on the design and delivery of high-end custom single-family homes. Our work emphasizes thoughtful design, strong client relationships, and a high level of technical execution.

As a small but growing practice, we offer a collaborative environment where each team member plays a meaningful role in shaping both projects and the evolution of the office.

Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Technical Architect to join our team for the development and execution of a landmark custom residential project.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in the realization of a high-profile residence. The project features complex geometry, sophisticated detailing, extensive consultant coordination, and an accelerated schedule.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, detail-oriented, and experienced in translating ambitious design concepts into clear, coordinated, and buildable construction documents.

About the Role

Working directly with the principal, you will take a leading role in the technical development, coordination, and documentation of a significant custom residential project.

This position may be structured as either a full-time role or a project-based contract assignment, depending on the candidate's experience and availability.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead development of construction documents for a high-end custom residence
• Resolve complex architectural and building envelope conditions
• Produce and oversee detailed architectural sections, details, and assemblies
• Maintain design intent while ensuring constructability and code compliance

Consultant Coordination

• Coordinate closely with structural, MEP, landscape, lighting, and specialty consultants
• Review consultant drawings for consistency and integration
• Identify and resolve conflicts proactively

Project Delivery

• Support permitting and plan check responses
• Participate in contractor coordination and construction administration
• Help maintain project momentum within an aggressive schedule

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience
• Significant experience with high-end custom residential projects
• Exceptional construction documentation and detailing skills
• Strong understanding of building assemblies, waterproofing, and exterior envelope systems
• Experience coordinating complex consultant teams
• Ability to work independently and solve technical challenges with minimal oversight
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred Experience

• Coastal residential experience
• Experience detailing modern residential architecture
• Experience with challenging structural and architectural interfaces
• Architectural licensure is welcome but not required

Software

• AutoCAD proficiency required
• ArchiCAD experience preferred
• SketchUp experience preferred

Why This Opportunity Is Unique

This project offers the opportunity to work on a highly visible custom residence in one of Southern California's premier coastal locations. The selected candidate will have substantial responsibility and direct involvement in the technical execution of a project that will require creativity, rigor, and attention to detail.

We are seeking someone who enjoys solving difficult problems, takes pride in the quality of their work, and is excited by the challenge of bringing exceptional residential architecture to life.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume, portfolio, and examples of construction documentation or detailing work that demonstrate your technical experience on custom residential projects.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Professional development assistance

We are a boutique architecture studio based in the South Bay of Los Angeles, focused on the design and delivery of high-end custom single-family homes. Our work emphasizes thoughtful design, strong client relationships, and a high level of technical execution.
As a small but growing practice, we offer a collaborative environment where each team member plays a meaningful role in shaping both projects and the evolution of the office.

Company Description

We are a boutique architecture studio based in the South Bay of Los Angeles, focused on the design and delivery of high-end custom single-family homes. Our work emphasizes thoughtful design, strong client relationships, and a high level of technical execution.\r\nAs a small but growing practice, we offer a collaborative environment where each team member plays a meaningful role in shaping both projects and the evolution of the office.