SR. Project Architect (QA/QC, Technical ) - Mixed-Use, Retail, MF, Comm - (HYRBID - 2-days in)
3 days ago
Long Beach
Job Description Senior Project Architect – (QA/QC - Technical Leader) Long Beach, CA | Hybrid Schedule - (2 Days In Weekly | Flexible) Diverse Projects: Mixed-Use, MF, Retail, Commercial, Hospitality, Rollout, Ground Up About the Opportunity: BSP is partnered with an award-winning, nationally recognized architecture and design practice with multiple studios across the U.S. and HQ in Long Beach, CA. They're well known for delivering innovative, high-impact environments across a diverse portfolio of retail, mixed-use, multifamily, hospitality, rollout, store planning, workplace, and commercial projects. Our collaborative culture, technical excellence, and long-term growth opportunities have made us a destination for top design professionals seeking meaningful career advancement and exposure to dynamic, large-scale work. The Position: Actively hiring a Senior Project Architect – QA/QC & Technical Leader to step into a newly created, high-visibility role that will serve as a pivotal technical resource across multiple studios and project teams. This is a unique opportunity for a highly experienced architectural professional who thrives in technical problem-solving, quality leadership, mentoring, and improving project delivery standards firm-wide. This position is ideal for a technically strong architect who enjoys influencing projects at a high level while collaborating across a broad range of project types and teams. You’ll play a critical role in elevating documentation quality, constructability, coordination, and technical consistency across the organization. Pivotal Role: This is a fast-track leadership opportunity with uncapped long-term growth potential. The role will work closely with studio leaders, project teams, and technical staff to support quality assurance initiatives, mentor teams, improve standards, and help drive technical excellence throughout the firm. What You’ll Do • Lead and perform architectural QA/QC reviews across all project phases, including SD, DD, CDs, permit sets, and construction documentation., • Serve as a firm-wide technical resource supporting multiple project teams and studios., • Review drawings, specifications, and BIM documentation for coordination, constructability, code compliance, and technical accuracy., • Partner with project architects, designers, consultants, and leadership teams to identify and resolve technical challenges proactively., • Support projects spanning retail, rollout programs, mixed-use, multifamily, hospitality, tenant improvement, workplace, and commercial environments., • Mentor and guide project teams on best practices related to documentation quality, detailing, coordination, and technical execution., • Assist teams with building code analysis, life safety requirements, accessibility compliance, and agency coordination., • Help establish and improve firm-wide QA/QC standards, processes, checklists, technical resources, and documentation procedures., • Collaborate with BIM/Revit leadership to maintain high standards for model management, drawing consistency, and technical production workflows., • Participate in lessons learned initiatives and help implement process improvements that reduce risk and elevate project delivery quality., • Support construction administration efforts, including RFIs, submittals, substitutions, and resolution of technical issues., • Act as a trusted technical leader capable of driving project success across diverse teams and complex projects. Qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture required., • Registered Architect License is mandatory (CA License or NCARB), • 10+ years of architectural experience with significant exposure to technical project delivery, construction documentation, QA/QC, and construction administration., • Strong experience across diverse project sectors, including retail, rollout/store planning, mixed-use, multifamily, hospitality, commercial, workplace, and tenant improvement projects., • Advanced knowledge of building systems, constructability, detailing, and technical coordination., • Deep understanding of building codes, accessibility standards, permitting processes, and life safety requirements., • Expert-level proficiency in Revit and strong technical production capabilities., • Strong QA/QC leadership experience reviewing and improving drawing sets and technical documentation., • Experience mentoring teams and collaborating across multiple disciplines and project groups., • Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills., • Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail., • Experience with Bluebeam, BIM workflows, and document management platforms is highly preferred. Compensation & Benefits - (Highly Competitive) • Base Salary: $120,000 – $150,000 annually DOE, • Bi-Annual Bonus Program: AVG. 6.8% of annual salary, • Highly Competitive Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage, • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match, • Generous PTO, Vacation, Personal & Sick Time, • Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule, • Career Advancement & Leadership Growth Opportunities, • Exposure to Diverse, High-Profile Projects, • Collaborative, Design-Forward Culture, • Ongoing Professional Development & Mentorship, • Long-Term Stability with Strong Project Pipeline, • Fast-Track Opportunity into Expanded Technical Leadership Apply Today: Apply directly to this job posting with your updated resume for immediate and confidential consideration. Qualified candidates are encouraged to also email their resume/work directly to the recruiter listed for prompt review and scheduling. 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