Position Summary: HED is seeking an experienced Architect IV to join our growing PreK–12 Education practice in the Los Angeles area. This senior-level role leads the technical delivery of educational projects from …
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$110k–$170k/yr
Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 57d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Lead the planning, coordination, and technical execution of medium- to large-scale PreK–12 educational projects. Ensure project documentation complies with DSA requirements and coordinate work across design and engineering disciplines.
Requirements
A Bachelor of Science in Architecture or equivalent professional degree and an active California Architectural License are required. Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of professional architectural experience with a strong focus on technical project delivery, particularly in California PreK–12 educational facilities.
Full job description
Position Summary:
HED is seeking an experienced Architect IV to join our growing PreK–12 Education practice in the Los Angeles area. This senior-level role leads the technical delivery of educational projects from planning through construction, including consultant coordination, project documentation, regulatory approvals, and construction administration, with a proven record of delivering technically sound work within the PreK–12 market sector.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience delivering California PreK–12 facilities and a strong understanding of Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements, California building codes, and educational facility standards. As a technical leader, you will also mentor project teams, support quality initiatives, and serve as Architect of Record when designated.
HED Culture:
At HED, we believe great design has the power to improve lives. Our integrated teams of architects, engineers, planners, and designers collaborate to create inspiring learning environments that support student success and strengthen communities.
Our culture is guided by six core values:
Do It as a Team
Be You With Us
Make a Mark
Embrace Change
Thrive With Growth
Strive for Performance
Work Environment:
We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture.
The office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work.
When you join HED, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Design impactful educational environments that serve students, educators, and communities
Collaborate across disciplines to deliver thoughtful, sustainable, and high-performing solutions
Partner with school districts, educational stakeholders, consultants, and regulatory agencies to achieve successful project outcomes
Contribute to a culture that values mentorship, professional growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning
Work in a flexible hybrid environment that balances autonomy with meaningful in-person collaboration
Be part of a team committed to design excellence, technical rigor, and creating lasting positive impact
Responsibilities:
Lead the technical planning and delivery of significant PreK–12 educational projects throughout the Design and Construction phases
Develop and oversee coordinated construction documents and technical quality
Manage a Discipline Work Plan and coordinate project teams, consultants, and engineering disciplines for seamless project delivery
Collaborate with school districts, educational stakeholders, and project partners
Lead coordination of DSA approvals and interactions with all regulatory agencies
Ensure project documentation complies with DSA requirements, California Building Code, accessibility requirements, and applicable educational facility standards
Lead participation in client meetings, presentations, stakeholder workshops, and community engagement activities
Conduct building systems, materials, and product research to support informed design decisions and contribute to firmwide technical resources
Lead construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Serve as Architect of Record
Mentor team members and support technical excellence across the practice
Requirements:
Professional degree in Architecture
Active California Architectural License required
Minimum of 10 years of architectural experience
LEED Accreditation and NCARB certification preferred
Demonstrated experience delivering California PreK–12 educational projects
Strong knowledge of DSA requirements, California Building Code, and accessibility regulations
Experience collaborating with school districts and public-sector stakeholders.
Proficiency in Revit required
Experience with Revizto, UpCodes, and RIB SpecLink is a plus
Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills
Passion for mentoring and motivating others with a commitment to design quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement
Physical Requirements:
Ability to travel to project sites and client meetings
Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
Ability to review drawings, specifications, and digital documents.
Effective written, verbal, and visual communication skills.
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
At HED, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about solving complex challenges, enriching communities, and building a better future.
As an integrated design firm, we combine architecture, engineering, consulting, and planning to deliver sustainable, impactful solutions. Guided by a shared purpose to create positive change, we foster collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning, where bold ideas and fresh perspectives drive innovation.
With nine offices across the U.S., we pair national resources with localized expertise to serve diverse markets, including education (Higher Ed and Pre K-12), healthcare, mission critical, workplace, housing and mixed-use, science and advanced manufacturing, community, and federal and transportation.
Discover how HED advances your world at www.hed.design.
Offices: 123 West 5th Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067, US · 320 North Sangamon St., Suite 1050, Chicago, Illinois 60607, US · 11750 Sorrento Valley Rd, Suite 100, San Diego, California 92121, US · 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, California 94104, US · 550 S Hope St, Suite 2500, Los Angeles, California 90071, US
At HED, we believe great design is about more than aesthetics—it’s about solving complex challenges, enriching communities, and building a better future.
As an integrated design firm, we combine architecture, engineering, consulting, and planning to deliver sustainable, impactful solutions. Guided by a shared purpose to create positive change, we foster collaboration, diversity, and continuous learning, where bold ideas and fresh perspectives drive innovation.
With nine offices across the U.S., we pair national resources with localized expertise to serve diverse markets, including education (Higher Ed and Pre K-12), healthcare, mission critical, workplace, housing and mixed-use, science and advanced manufacturing, community, and federal and transportation.
Discover how HED advances your world at www.hed.design.
Offices: 123 West 5th Street, Royal Oak, MI 48067, US · 320 North Sangamon St., Suite 1050, Chicago, Illinois 60607, US · 11750 Sorrento Valley Rd, Suite 100, San Diego, California 92121, US · 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, California 94104, US · 550 S Hope St, Suite 2500, Los Angeles, California 90071, US