Job Details

Project Architect/Designer (6-10 Years Experience) Location: Santa Barbara, CA Firm: NMA Architects

Position: Full-time, in-office

About Us: We are a dynamic, design-focused architecture firm based in downtown Santa Barbara. Our award-winning work blends creativity, functionality, and sustainability across a diverse portfolio of high-end custom residential projects. We are a collaborative team passionate about thoughtful design and meaningful client relationships. Check out our website www.nmaarchitects.com to learn more about who we are and what we do.

Position Summary: We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Project Manager 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 great design skills and strong work ethic, and will be part of our team for years to come.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Principals to ensure design intent is carried through all phases
• Participate in client meetings and client interactions
• Lead and coordinate the preparation of construction documents and permit submittals
• Assign and oversee project tasks to team members
• Manage consultant coordination, including structural, MEP, and civil engineers
• Detailing, product selection, specifications, sustainability, and code research
• Construction administration and site visits
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative studio culture

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of experience in an architectural firm and high-end residential projects
• Professional degree in Architecture
• Excellent design, technical, and communication skills
• Strong proficiency in CAD + BIM; ArchiCAD and Twinmotion experience a plus
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

What We Offer:

• Diverse and inspiring creative design work
• Bonusing/profit sharing

• Open studio creative environment and collaborative team culture where everyones ideas are encouraged and embraced
• Healthy work/life balance with flexible work schedules
• Great opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• The chance to live and work in Santa Barbaras inspiring coastal environment
• Competitive salary based on experience

• Health benefits, paid time off, and retirement plan options
• Continuing education support

How to Apply: If your abilities are a good fit and our studio is the type of work environment you are looking for, send us your resume along with samples of your work to ...@nmaarchitects.com

No calls, please.