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 Senior Architect to join our Education team in our Irvine office. The Education team works on various projects from K-12 to higher education. We offer a robust bonus plan, flexible hours including work-from-home and every other Friday off options.
An ideal candidate has a thorough understanding of building systems, codes, and standards as they relate to their assigned projects and assists in collaborating with internal staff and studio and firm management as well as external contacts. 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?
As the Senior Architect, you will…
- Provide technical guidance to project teams throughout all project phases, including the development and coordination of drawings, specifications, and consultant collaboration.
- Lead project and resource planning, establishing project timelines and budgets.
- Develop solutions for complex design issues, including program compliance, code compliance, and agency interaction.
- Oversee project delivery, technical aspects, and coordination of project activities with clients, consultants, contractors, and staff while interfacing with market leadership.
- Support or guide the project team during construction administration.
- Identify and resolve issues impacting project delivery, budget, construction costs, schedule, and any Firm-related risk management issues.
- Complete and maintain code reviews and analysis through to project completion.
- Collaborate effectively with the project team to address and find solutions for project-related issues across a range of project types and sizes.
- Manage the project teams to ensure project completion within established timelines and budgets.
- Manage potential changes to the scope of work requested by clients and consultants; assess the impact on the project budget and schedule for larger projects.
- Ensure adherence to The Lionakis Way standards for design, quality control, and production.
- Review and evaluate documents for accuracy, coordinating with the project team.
- Participate in all phases of the design process and demonstrate the capability to work on various projects simultaneously.
- Perform comprehensive quality control reviews as necessary.
- Delegate tasks to staff and support their professional development through coaching.
- Assist in developing project proposals with the help of the PIC and/or Studio Leader.
- Demonstrate superior time management and organizational skills.
- Exhibit a detail-oriented, collaborative, and proactive approach in accurately completing work and meeting deadlines.
- Actively participate in market/studio project manager meetings and staffing processes.
- Assist the project team and market/studio leadership with any additional assigned duties.
Senior Architect Qualifications – The Must-Haves (Required)
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent and a minimum of 10 years architectural project experience
- Licensed Architect in the U.S. (California preferred)
- Proficient with BIM/Revit software programs, MS Office Suite, Bluebeam
- Prior experience with Education projects (DSA experience a huge plus)
Senior Architect Qualifications – The Like-to-Haves (Not Required)
- LEED accreditation
- Prior experience with Sketch-Up, Rhino, or other 3D programs
Salary Range: $126,400-$158,700 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. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described above. Diversity makes us better.
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Lionakis was established in 1909 and is a multi-discipline firm specializing in architectural, structural engineering, planning, interior design, laboratory design, sustainability, access compliance and graphic design services. Since 1997 and building on more than a century of diverse project experience our mission is Designing a Better Future. We excel at providing solutions for commercial, education, civic. science and technology, and healthcare clients with offices in Sacramento, Oakland, San Jose, and Newport Beach, to better serve our clients.
We focus on partnering with clients, agencies and industry experts to develop innovative and reliable responses. These partnerships are the core of our business and we strive to provide a level of service that exceeds expectations.
