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Project ArchitectHandel Architects • San Francisco, CA, United States
Project Architect

Project Architect

Handel Architects • San Francisco, CA, United States
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Job Title

Project Architect

Location

San Francisco - San Francisco, CA 94103 US (Primary)

Years of Experience

7-10

Job Description

About Handel Architects

Handel Architects is a nationally recognized architecture firm with offices in New York City, Boston, San Francisco, and Hong Kong. Our work includes interior design, architecture and urban design and aims to leverage individual opportunities to create something greater : positive urban and social change. We are a fast-paced and results-driven firm and are looking for people that share our passion.

Handel Architects is an award-winning, full-service Architecture, Planning, and Interior Design firm with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston, and Hong Kong. We specialize in innovative, sustainability-driven solutions that shape vibrant communities worldwide. Our San Francisco office specializes in complex mixed-use and multi-family residential projects, from boutique urban infill to large-scale high-rise developments.

We're a collaborative team of passionate Architects and Designers who thrive in an open studio environment. We share ideas, support each other, and design spaces that positively impact lives. Our culture values creativity, camaraderie, and growth-we celebrate achievements, work hard, and genuinely enjoy what we do.

We operate on a hybrid schedule : in-office Monday-Thursday, with optional remote work on Fridays.

About the Job

Our San Francisco studio is seeking a Project Architect with 7-10 years of experience to join our design-driven team.

We are looking for a talented, well-rounded Architect with a strong affinity for innovative façade design and emerging technologies, and a passion for crafting original, context-sensitive architecture. Blending technical rigor with visionary thinking, you will play a key role in shaping building massing and façade concepts-from early feasibility and conceptual design through construction-ensuring design intent is carried through all phases of documentation and delivery.

As a Project Architect, you will collaborate closely with Senior Project Architects and Project Managers to advance design visions across multiple concurrent projects. You will work directly with consultants and clients, contributing meaningfully to the delivery of thoughtful, well-executed, and inspiring buildings that enrich the urban environment.

This role is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Architect seeking professional growth, increased responsibility, and the chance to contribute to impactful projects within a supportive, collaborative studio culture.

Qualifications

  • 7-10 years of professional architectural experience across all project phases, from feasibility through construction
  • Experience with medium- to large-scale multifamily residential projects preferred
  • Professional degree in Architecture
  • Licensed Architect required; California licensure strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated expertise in façade design, building enclosure systems, and waterproofing detailing
  • Strong knowledge of zoning regulations, planning codes, and building codes
  • Familiarity with LEED and GreenPoint Rated certification systems a plus
  • Proficiency in Revit required
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Experience with 3D modeling and rendering tools, including Rhino, SketchUp, V-Ray, and Grasshopper; familiarity with AI-enhanced design workflows a plus
  • Proven experience producing coordinated and comprehensive construction document sets
  • Experience with Construction Administration and jobsite observations
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including client presentations
  • Highly organized, technically proficient, and detail-oriented
  • Ability to lead a design from concept through construction
  • Collaborative team player who contributes effectively in a studio environment
  • Experience mentoring and sharing knowledge across multiple staff levels
  • Self-motivated and capable of managing tasks independently

What We Offer

  • Salary : $100,000-110,000
  • Annual discretionary bonus
  • Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
  • Competitive PTO
  • 401(k) with employer contribution
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Downtown office near Powell BART / Muni station
  • Calm, collaborative work environment
  • How to Apply

    Portfolios are required for this job application. Applications without portfolios cannot be considered.

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