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Project Architect

Westside Design
Santa Monica, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/17/2026

Westside Design is a design practice driven by innovation and efficiency, redefining how homes are designed and built on LA’s westside. Born from a powerhouse collaboration with Westside Build, our team brings together decades of high-end single-family residential design experience, spec building expertise, and cutting-edge digital fabrication/technological integration to deliver exceptional homes at an approachable price point.

 

Westside Design is a young and dynamic studio dedicated to crafting homes that are thoughtful, high-quality, and deeply connected to their context. Our projects range from internal spec developments to client-driven custom homes and fire rebuilds for communities impacted by the recent wildfires.

 

We believe great design is never a one-size-fits-all solution. Every home should reflect the people who live in it, the land it’s built on, and the broader environment. Our approach is joyful yet rigorous, experimental yet rooted in craftsmanship — guiding clients through a collaborative, design-forward process to create homes that are elevated, personal, and enduring.

 

We’re committed to designing resilient homes faster, smarter, and better. By integrating advanced technology, digital fabrication, and offsite construction, we cut through inefficiencies, reduce costs, and accelerate timelines in partnership with our build team.

 

This is a modern approach to architectural design and construction, built for today’s world. And we’re just getting started.

 

As we launch this new practice, we’re looking for design-forward, ambitious collaborators who are excited to push boundaries, rethink workflows, and shape the future of homes in Los Angeles.



Role Overview


We are seeking a skilled Project Architect to lead the development of custom single-family homes through the Design Development, Permitting, and Construction Documentation phases. The role will have a focus on leading documentation, consultant coordination, permitting, and construction detailing. The ideal candidate is confident working in Revit, experienced with the coordination and detailing of single-family projects, and capable of managing junior staff and external collaborators in a fast-paced environment.


This role is positioned as the technical/documentation lead and consultant/contractor-facing PM throughout the production, documentation, and construction phases.



Key Responsibilities


  • Lead the production and management of detailed construction documents in Revit
  • Coordinate closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to translate design intent into buildable, code-compliant solutions
  • Oversee and assemble documentation for permitting
  • Manage construction administration tasks including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and revisions (as needed) - responsibilities during construction will vary depending on whether projects are constructed by Westside Build team or by others
  • Supervise and mentor junior staff, ensuring quality control and efficient workflow
  • Maintain a clear understanding of project schedules, budgets, and deliverables
  • Support the design team in developing technically viable solutions



Qualifications


  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
  • 7-10 years of professional experience working on custom single-family residential projects (ideally in Los Angeles)
  • Advanced proficiency in Revit, including project setup, modeling, detailing, and documentation workflows
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD and Bluebeam
  • Expertise in architectural detailing, technical coordination, and document standards
  • Strong communication and team leadership skills, especially when working with junior staff and outside consultants


https://westsidedesign.com/


To apply, please fill out the following application:

https://westsidebuild.com/westsidedesigncareers


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