Senior Project Architect

dga· 000375 - SD Tech Exempt
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📍 Hybrid📍 San Diego, California, United StatesFull Time💰 USD 100K–140K

About this role

Hello! DGA's practice is growing, and we are looking for a Senior Project Architect who pairs technical mastery with natural leadership. As a key project lead, you will serve as the primary link between client vision, design intent, and site execution. You'll lead multidisciplinary consultant teams, drive project profitability, and mentor the next generation of architects within our collaborative studio environment.


As a senior project architect at DGA, you will:

  • Manage multiple aspects of client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination
  • Manage communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, and consultants
  • Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
  • Maintain the project manual and specifications
  • Conduct on-site observations and document site reviews
  • Process submittals, RFIs, substitution requests, etc. during construction
  • Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
  • Detail all types of commercial construction for both buildings and interiors
  • Directing a team, responsible for organizing, executing and coordinating assignments of team.
  • Manage contracts, negotiating project scope and fees
  • Runs design development process, planning, coordinating and overseeing production of architectural drawings in all phases.
  • Experience with the entire project lifecycle, through post-occupancy
  • Uses knowledge of architectural systems and detailing, materials application, building codes, and building and engineering systems
  • Works directly with local authorities having jurisdiction
  • Provides technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical & design challenges.
  • Works constructively with building departments and entitlement agencies
  • Coordinate consultants and contractors
  • Manage CA including development of project manual and specifications, material and shop drawing review.
  • Collaborate and partner with the GC towards successful resolution

You'll bring to DGA: 

  • 15+ years of relevant experience as a technical project architect.
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
  • Licensed or registered architect
  • Experience with Revit (mandatory), AutoCAD (mandatory), Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
  • Working knowledge of building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
  • Ability to complete a full set of construction documents;
  • Understands how buildings are constructed to create accurate and descriptive technical documents
  • Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with confidence and professionalism
  • Exceptional organizational skills
  • LEED accreditation a plus
  • Strong leadership, organizational, communication and relationship management skills

DGA is a people-focused firm. When asked what makes working at DGA enjoyable, the number one answer is the people. At DGA, you can expect great pay, excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, 401k, PTO, and an annual staff development allowance. We also have a very generous bonus program. 

 

At the time of posting this job advertisement, the annual pay salary range for this position is between $100,000 to $140,000 commensurate with qualifications

 

No solicitors or recruiters, please. Applicants for this position must have unrestricted right to work in the United States.


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What is the salary for the Senior Project Architect role at dga?
The listed salary for this Senior Project Architect position at dga is USD 100K–140K. This is an Full Time role.
Where is the Senior Project Architect position at dga located?
This Senior Project Architect role at dga is based in Hybrid, San Diego, California, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Project Architect role at dga full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Senior Project Architect role in the 000375 - SD Tech Exempt department at dga.
Which team or department does the Senior Project Architect at dga belong to?
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This Senior Project Architect position at dga was posted on Aug 4, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Project Architect
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