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Architectural Designer

DFH Architects
Santa Monica, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/29/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2025

DFH Architects is an established design firm with a long history of successful projects in mixed-used, multifamily, commercial, office and adaptive reuse. Our focus is on mixed-use/multifamily and adaptive reuse conversions from office to residential with projects across Southern California including Los Angeles, Santa Monica, West Hollywood and San Diego. We are looking for a team leader to manage projects and work closely with the partners from concept through construction, who is self-motivated, a critical thinker, proactive, a strong team player, has excellent communication skills and work ethic, and will be part of our team for years to come.

DFH Architects has an immediate opening for a Senior Architectural Designer/Job Captain to lead mixed-use/multifamily projects from concept through construction and has the following:

  • minimum 5 years professional architectural experience in multi-family residential
  • professional degree in Architecture
  • proficiency in Autodesk Revit required
  • knowledge of SketchUp and Enscape is a plus
  • knowledge of current Density Bonus laws and programs in Los Angeles, Santa Monica and San Diego is a plus
  • interested in opportunities for growth and advancement within the office
  • outstanding graphic and presentation skills
  • excellent verbal and written skills
  • a passion for architecture, in-depth knowledge of working drawings and construction
  • a strong work ethic, team player, self-motivated, proactive
  • U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status required. No work visa sponsorship please. No exceptions.

DFH Architects offers you:

  • flexible schedule with reasonable hours with firm culture focused on work/personal life balance
  • permanent hybrid remote/in-office schedule
  • Monday - Wednesday: in-office
  • Thursday - Friday: remote
  • competitive compensation package
  • full health insurance, dental and vision plan coverage
  • 3 weeks paid vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and 9 paid holidays
  • 401K plan with profit sharing
  • professional mentorship and AXP support
  • continuing education support
  • must love dogs...in the office

Even though we enjoy our location in sunny Santa Monica, we realize the daily commute can be a factor so we offer a certain level flexible schedules, are in close proximity to the Metro Expo line, bike share stations, and have reserved employee parking.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Must be located in the metropolitan Los Angeles area
  • Experience with Revit

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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