Sept. 2, 2026

Architectural Designer

DFH Architects Santa Monica, California $80,000–$100,000 a year

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 residentialprofessional degree in Architectureproficiency in Autodesk Revit requiredknowledge of SketchUp and Enscape is a plusknowledge of current Density Bonus laws and programs in Los Angeles, Santa Monica and San Diego is a plusinterested in opportunities for growth and advancement within the officeoutstanding graphic and presentation skillsexcellent verbal and written skillsa passion for architecture, in-depth knowledge of working drawings and constructiona strong work ethic, team player, self-motivated, proactiveU.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 balancepermanent hybrid remote/in-office scheduleMonday - Wednesday: in-officeThursday - Friday: remotecompetitive compensation packagefull health insurance, dental and vision plan coverage3 weeks paid vacation, 40 hours sick leave, and 9 paid holidays401K plan with profit sharingprofessional mentorship and AXP supportcontinuing education supportmust love dogs...in the officeEven 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) matchingDental insuranceFlexible scheduleHealth insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceVision insuranceApplication Question(s):

Must be located in the metropolitan Los Angeles areaExperience with RevitWork Location: In person

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