Project Architect / Architectural Staff II (6-8 years) (Edmonds + Lee Architects)

About Us:

We are a design-focused architecture and interior design practice working across a diverse range of project types and scales, from highly crafted single-family residences and interiors to larger multifamily and mixed-use projects. Our work approaches architecture and interiors as an integrated design process, with equal attention given to space, materiality, furnishings, detailing, and the experience of the built environment.

Across all our work, we share a commitment to thoughtful design, material exploration, technical rigor, and the quality of execution at every scale. Our work has been recognized nationally and internationally for its approach to contemporary architecture and interiors and for creating spaces that are refined, cohesive, and responsive to their surroundings.

We are looking for someone with a strong design sensibility who is equally interested in developing the technical knowledge required to carry good ideas through documentation and construction.

About the Position:

We are seeking a talented and motivated Project Architect / Architectural Staff II with 6–8 years of professional experience to join our San Francisco studio. This position aligns with the experience level of AIA Architectural Staff Level II (non-licensed) and is intended for an architect or designer who has developed a strong foundation in both design and technical execution and is ready to take on significant responsibility within a small, highly collaborative practice.

The ideal candidate will be comfortable working across multiple phases of a project, independently developing and resolving architectural ideas, coordinating with consultants, and helping guide the work of less experienced team members. At the same time, this is a hands-on position, and we are looking for someone who enjoys being directly engaged in the design, drawing, detailing, and execution of projects.

As a small studio, our staff work directly alongside the firm's principals and project leaders. We believe that the informal exchange of ideas, drawing reviews, desk critiques, and day-to-day collaboration that happen in person are an important part of both the design process and professional development. As a result, this is a full-time, in-person position in our San Francisco office, five days per week.

What you’ll do:

• Work directly with principals to develop and execute projects through multiple phases
• Take ownership of significant portions of projects from schematic design through construction
• Develop and advance design concepts through drawings, models, and visualization
• Lead the development, detailing, and coordination of construction documents
• Coordinate architectural work with consultants and identify and resolve technical issues
• Participate in client meetings, permitting, site visits, and construction administration
• Review project work for design intent, accuracy, consistency, and technical coordination
• Help organize project workflow and provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced staff

Qualifications:

• Strong design sensibility demonstrated through a thoughtful portfolio of professional work
• 6–8 years of professional experience in an architectural practice
• Professional degree in architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch preferred); architectural licensure is preferred but not required
• Demonstrated experience developing projects through design, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Strong understanding of architectural detailing, materials, building systems, constructability, and building codes
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary consultant teams and communicating with clients and contractors
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Rhino, Lumion, and Adobe Creative Suite; Revit experience is a plus but not required
• Self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with the ability to take ownership of work while providing guidance to less experienced staff
• Authorization to work in the United States

Compensation & Benefits:

We provide competitive salaries and benefits, including paid vacation and holidays, medical, dental, 401(k), profit sharing, and reimbursement for professional development.

How to Apply

We are particularly interested in seeing work that demonstrates design thinking, graphic communication, and the candidate's individual contributions to professional projects. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and selected work samples in PDF format to jobs@edmondslee.com.