Project Architects and Project Managers | JWDA Architects

JWDA seeks motivated, positive thinking, team-oriented Project Architects and Project Managers to join our San Diego office.

Job Responsibilities include:

  • Primary project contact with Client

  • Organizing and managing project teams and team assignments

  • Managing team communication and consultant coordination

  • Resolving technical and design issues with project team

  • Overseeing design implementation and development of Contract Documents

Qualification/Candidate Requirements:

  • Experience in the design and construction of high-density housing

  • 5+ years of experience as Project Architect or Project Manager for multi-family and/or mixed-use projects

  • Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills

  • Knowledge of building codes, structures, and technical detailing and documentation

Firm Size: Medium (15-50)

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

How to Apply: Email cover letter, resume and work sample to mgeaman@jwdainc.com; No phone calls please.

Your website: http://www.jwdainc.com

Key Contact & Title: Matthew Geaman, AIA, LEED AP Principal mgeaman@jwdainc.com

Interior Designer - Education - 10-15 Years Experience | The Miller Hull Partnership, LLP

Who We Are

The Miller Hull Partnership designs projects of consequence that celebrate the power of people and their natural surroundings. Our legacy of environmentally responsible buildings is inspired by the efficiency and elegance of passive systems and regional materials. We leverage the openness and flexibility of modernist form to celebrate connections inside and out.

With two studios bookending the West Coast in Seattle and San Diego, our work spans a wide range of project types including houses and cabins, mixed-use multifamily developments, corporate office buildings and towers, laboratories, K-12 schools, higher education buildings, city halls, community centers, libraries, fire stations, airports, international border crossings, and embassies.

What You'll Do

As a team member with us your responsibilities will include…

  • Developing space planning concepts and generating program documents.

  • Collaboration with the design team to help shape the user experience at a variety of project types and scales: core and shell to interior TI focused projects.

  • Extensive experience with technical aspects of interior architecture and assembling construction documents for interior environments including millwork and detailing.

  • Working with a project team including multidisciplinary coordination and collaboration.

  • Demonstrating a high level of understanding of design concepts and ability to apply and execute assigned tasks and responsibilities which further the design concept.

  • Being flexible and effective in order to work on multiple projects in various stages of development and scale.

  • Well-versed with selection of color palettes, material presentations & design selection and specification of FF&E

How to Apply

All materials must be submitted through this Paylocity portal. Please note the following as you complete your application.

  • Answer all application questions completely and concisely.

  • Attach a cover letter introducing yourself and outlining your interest in the position.

  • Attach a resume outlining your relevant education, experience, and accomplishments.

  • Attach (or provide a link to) a portfolio that clearly demonstrates your past work and its relevance to this position. We appreciate seeing examples of both analog and digital craft, as well as a mixture of technical drawings, conceptual diagrams, and renderings.

  • Attachments cannot exceed 10 MB in size.

  • All applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

  • No expenses related to submittal, interview, or relocation will be reimbursed by Miller Hull.

  • Only qualified candidates will be contacted for further information and potential interviews.

  • Applications must be submitted no later than Sunday September 28th, 2025, but may be considered on a rolling basis.

Who We Seek

We are looking for highly self-motivated professionals who have…

  • A professional degree in interior design

  • Ten (10) to Fifteen (15) years of post-graduate experience with interior focused projects in

  • Education, focused in the State of California and a preference for work within the SDUSD and the SDCCD.

  • Proven personal experience with detailing and processing drawings through the Department of State Architect (DSA).

  • NCIDQ Certification required

  • Proficiency with Revit, Presentation software (Rhino, Lumion, Enscape) Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office platforms.

  • Project knowledge as it relates to interior assemblies, finishes, casework, millwork and subsequent specification

  • Contributed meaningfully to projects that required a high level of interdisciplinary collaboration.

  • An eagerness to both learn from and teach others in a team environment.

  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

  • The ability to be detail oriented and a critical design thinker

  • A refined interior design sensibility with a capacity to generate compelling presentations, graphics, diagrams, hand-sketches and renderings.

  • A commitment and interest in pushing new design frontiers at the intersection of social equity and environmental sustainability.

  • An understanding and interest in material exploration, research and project knowledge, particularly with how it relates to Red List chemicals

  • A high level of engagement with their work and deep curiosity about its relationship to broader issues.

What We Offer
We intentionally foster a rich, engaging studio environment where team members enjoy…

  • A minimum of 132 hours of paid time off annually, which increases commensurately with experience level and tenure.

  • 80 paid holiday hours per year (10 flexible holiday days)

  • Fully paid top quality medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees; subsidized 25% dependent coverage.

  • 401(k) retirement plan with 5% matching and annual profit-sharing contributions.

  • Fully paid regional transit pass.

  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and parking expenses.

  • Fully paid long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment and life insurance coverage.

  • 16 hours per year paid time to spend volunteering in your community.

  • 24 hours per year paid time to engage in professional development activities and an associated $500 stipend to cover course or conference registration fees.

  • Fully paid IIDA or AIA membership.

  • Weekly paid Design Panel time where the whole office gets together to discuss project work.

  • Annual holiday party, annual retreat, and lots of informal happy hours.

  • The base annual salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $115,000 and does not include the value of bonuses, profit-sharing, and other benefits noted above.

We greatly value our culture of collaboration and mentorship and have established minimum required core hours for our entire team to be in-person together in our two studios. Remote work options are available outside of these core hours.

What to Know

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as the working environment is open and has no doors or cubicles.

Equal Opportunity

We are committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all applicants and employees.
We value diversity and recognize that people with different backgrounds, cultures, skills, and experiences bring new ideas and perspectives that benefit all. We embrace differences and strive to listen to and meet the changing needs of the workforce and surrounding communities in which we do business.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any legally protected characteristics.
If you need accommodation to respond to this ad, please call or send a message to (206) 682-6837.

Firm Size: Large (50+)

Salary Range: $100,000-$115,000 Annually

How to Apply: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/3529162/The-Miller-Hull-Partnership-LLP/Interior-Designer---Education---10-15-Years-Experience

Website: http://millerhull.com

Key Contact & Title: Alexa Burke, HR, careers@millerhull.com

Technical Designer – Interiors – Mid-Level | Gensler

Your Role

As a Gensler Technical Designer - Interiors, you will produce technical documentation and communicate project progress to team members and clients to ensure success. You’re a fit for this role if you have experience in documentation and execution of the project, are proficient in Revit, and enjoy working with a team of architects and interior designers that bring design dreams to life. This is a good role for someone who is technically proficient, comfortable in client-facing settings, and enjoys working with a highly creative, collaborative team dedicated to innovative problem solving and design excellence. 

What You Will Do 

  • Provide project team coordination for finished plans, specification, and material selections; ensure design intent is incorporated into the construction documentation 

  • Produce accurate technical and contract documentation for construction of project 

  • Participate in construction administration, evaluate bids, conduct site visits, address technical issues, and maintain quality control during construction 

  • Work directly with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, regulatory agencies, and clients to help meet overall project objectives 

  • Utilize hand and 3D software renderings to communicate design concepts 

  • Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project  

  • Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project 

  • Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships 

Qualification/Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design  

  • 8+ years of professional experience with focus on Interior Design 

  • State licensure or LEED accreditation (or in process) a plus

  • LEED accreditation encouraged 

  • Knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques 

  • Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development 

  • Experience in construction document preparation and field observation 

  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) 

  • Highly Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software 

Firm Size: Large (50+)

Salary Range: **The base salary range will be estimated between $85,000 - $110,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience. 

How to Apply: Submit your application at: https://gensler.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/genslercareers/details/Technical-Designer---Interiors---Mid-Level_R-16134?locations=d1874f20633601107fbb8eb3d117c30a

Website

Key Contact & Title: Tony Riggins, SW Talent Acquisition

Technical Designer – Mid-Level | Gensler

Your Role

Gensler San Diego is looking for a talented, technically focused Technical Designer seeking an opportunity to take their career to the next step and grow within our firm. At Gensler, we are one community, united by our commitment to holistically improve the human experience. Guided by determined optimism, we can use the power of design to spark positive change and create a future that promotes equity, resilience, and wellbeing for everyone.

As a Technical Designer – Mid Level in our San Diego office, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. It’s your job to collaborate with a team of architects and designers to deliver unparalleled architectural projects.  With you as part of the design team, architecture has never been so engaging.  You will leverage your technical acumen and Revit skills to drive client projects from concept through build in a collaborative team.

What You Will Do

  • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver informed project solutions based on a deep understanding of client goals

  • Documentation coordination with consultants (structural, MEP, lighting, AV, acoustical, accessibility, building envelope, life safety, etc.)

  • Coordinate with the project team, client, vendors, contractors, and consultants

  • Resolve complex technical and design issues with team to produce innovative, technical, constructible solutions

  • Responsible for delivery of documents with design intent and top-notch technical quality.

  • Process submittals/substitution requests during construction and address RFIs

  • Interface with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project

  • Actively participate and contribute to the financial performance of project .

  • Review and contribute to proposals and contracts with the Design Manager

  • Establish and maintain ongoing, productive client relationships

Qualification/Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program

  • 5-8 years of post-graduation related experience as a Technical Designer, or Architect

  • Highly proficient with Revit

  • Working knowledge of building codes, standards and building structures

  • Flexibility to focus on concurrent projects in various stages of development

  • A quick learner with an ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

  • Collaborative and team-conscious

  • Must have the ability to maintain existing client relationships and build new client relationships through successful project delivery

  • Experience in construction document preparation and field observation

  • Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and other 3D modeling software

  • State licensure or LEED accreditation (or in process) a plus

Must include resume and work samples to be considered. Applicants without samples will not qualify for consideration.

Firm Size: Large (50+)

Salary Range: **The base salary will be estimated between $80,000 - $100,000 plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

How to Apply: Submit your application at: https://gensler.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/genslercareers/details/Technical-Designer---Mid-Level_R-15699?locations=d1874f20633601107fbb8eb3d117c30a

Website

Key Contact & Title: Tony Riggins, SW Talent Acquisition

Project Manager - Healthcare | Mascari Dinh Architects

Job Description: Interested in creating places that enrich people’s lives? Making a significant contribution to health and wellness with your architectural talent? Improving healthcare for all patients? Mascari Dinh Architects is a healthcare architectural design, planning and interior firm located in San Diego, California, with opportunities available for talented, design-sensitive, ambitious professionals with great people skills and lots of energy! This Project Manager position allows qualified candidates the ability to highlight their many skills working on projects for major healthcare providers in Southern California.

Mascari Dinh Architects offers challenge, recognition and personal visibility with an opportunity to be part of great projects. Hybrid option with minimum three days per week in-office.

Mascari Dinh Architects is an equal opportunity employer; applicants are considered without discrimination with regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other statuses protected by state, local or other applicable laws. This policy extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment and hiring.

Please submit cover letter and resume with portfolio sample to: info@mascaridinh.com

Qualification/Candidate Requirements:

  • Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree

  • CA Architectural registration preferred

  • HCAI (formerly OSHPD) experience required

  • OSHPD-1, OSHPD-2, OSHPD-3, OSHPD-5 project experience

  • LEED accreditation preferred

  • Minimum 7 years of experience managing small to large scale healthcare projects

  • Knowledge of Revit, AutoCAD and other industry accepted software; Microsoft Office Suite products is needed

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly with team members and clients

Firm Size: Medium (15-50)

Salary Range: Salary range estimated: $100,000 - $140,000

How to Apply: Please submit cover letter and resume with portfolio sample to: info@mascaridinh.com

Website: https://www.mascaridinh.com/