Senior Project Architect
KFA
The job involves supervising and leading the execution of design and technical project coordination, mentoring junior staff, and advancing projects through all phases from conceptual design to Construction Administration. The company specializes in multi-family housing and designs projects including hospitality, adaptive reuse, and community centers in and around Los Angeles.
- Location
- California, Culver City
- Arrangement
- Onsite
- Level
- Mid-level
- Employment
- Full time
- Salary
- $120K - $140K
- Date added
- 2026-09-29
- Last checked
- 2026-10-16
Overview
KFA reshapes LA by designing great places where people flourish. At KFA, we believe design should be a synthesis of beauty, context, marketability, and sensibility. We are a team of creative problem solvers and great collaborators. Our work is focused on communities; we specialize in multi-family housing but have a passion for those projects that contribute to thriving neighborhoods, including hospitality, adaptive reuse, and community centers. KFA has been recognized as one of LA’s best places to work by the Los Angeles Business Journal, and was a previous recipient of the Firm of the Year award by the AIA California Council. KFA is seeking energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and critical thinkers. A good fit at KFA is an individual that has a desire for professional growth, demonstrates interest in both the design and technical parts of the profession, has an eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic. Join our collaborative design practice as a Senior Project Architect to work on inspiring and significant projects in and around Los Angeles, California.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Supervise and lead the execution of the design throughout the project;
- Supervise and lead technical project coordination with consultant team;
- Communicate frequently and clearly with the project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and permitting officials in collaboration with the project manager;
- Identify and bring concerns, problems and proposed solutions to the project team;
- Lead projects independently while guiding and managing internal production workflow and team. Plan and implement goals and resources to meet project schedule and milestones;
- Create details that reflect the design intent of the project;
- Perform work in a timely manner to meet the project schedule;
- Support, direct and mentor junior staff;
- Interface with clients regularly to align expectations and drive the project forward;
- Coordinate and participate in project design efforts.
Desired Skills and Experience
- 12+ years of relevant work experience (preferred 2+ years experience in multi-family residential);
- Licensure required;
- Completion of five -year accredited architectural program or graduate of four-year architectural program;
- Knowledge of Type I, III, & V construction;
- Experience in mixed-use, community and/or multi-family residential projects preferred;
- Strong management and organization;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Previous experience in a leadership role, guiding and supporting junior staff;
- Ability to advance a project through all phases of production from early conceptual design through Construction Administration;
- Ability to multitask on up to two concurrent projects
- Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator);
- Advanced knowledge of building codes, industry standards, building construction, and building structures with the ability to layout a code compliant fit plan;
- Experience in Construction Administration;
- Ability to work independently on architectural design projects.
Pay / Benefits
This is a full-time position. At KFA, we encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, disability insurance
- Paid holidays and paid time off
- 401k and annual performance bonus opportunities
- Hybrid work environment
- Reimbursement for California State Architectural License dues
- AIA membership for employees with a California State Architectural License
- Transportation subsidy for taking public transit, carpooling, biking, walking to work
- Fitness stipend
- Wellness events
- Pet-friendly
- Professional development opportunities through office mentorship program & monthly educational seminars
- Regular social events
Compensation is based upon experience and the estimated range is $120,000 - $140,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits.
About KFA
At KFA, we believe design should be a synthesis of beauty, context, marketability, and sensibility.
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