Project Lead - Single Family Home (Hybrid)

Job Description

Job Description

Project Lead - Single-Family Residential (Hybrid) in Santa Monica, CA

We are 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 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.

We are 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.

Description

We are seeking a Project Lead to develop and manage single-family residential projects from concept through completion, balancing design excellence, technical expertise, and strong leadership.

The ideal candidate is highly organized, deeply design-driven, and proactive, with a strong ability to problem-solve, innovate, and take initiative within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

We have clients interested in both modern and traditional aesthetics. We're looking for candidates with all experience types to suite our projects needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and assist projects through all phases, from early feasibility studies to concept design through construction administration
• Develop design presentations, permit documentation, and construction drawings
• Understand and work within established project fees, schedules, milestones, and deliverables
• Coordinate effectively with internal teams and external collaborators
• Work on multiple projects with flexibility, resourcefulness, and strong problem-solving skills
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-8 years of professional experience in architecture or design
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• Proficiency with Rhino, AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Bluebeam, and Procore
• Experience working on single-family residential from early design through construction
• A passion for design innovation, new building methodologies, and resilient architecture

Salary, Benefits, & Perks

• $80,000-$120,000/year (commensurate with experience)
• Yearly performance bonus
• Paid time off (PTO), personal days, & holidays
• Health benefits
• Hybrid work environment (office located in Santa Monica)