About Us: We are a purpose-driven architecture firm committed to designing spaces that positively impact communities. With a strong focus on healthcare, education, and civic projects, we take pride in creating environments that inspire, heal, and serve. Our team is made up of passionate, forward-thinking architects who thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment. If you’re looking to make a meaningful difference in healthcare architecture while leading transformative projects, we want to meet you.
About the Opportunity: We are seeking a Principal In Charge/Architectural Leader with extensive experience in DSA, K-12, and Education-regulated projects who is local in Los Angeles.This pivotal leadership role requires a strategic thinker who can drive business development, foster strong client relationships, and lead high-performing teams. You will be responsible for overseeing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring excellence in design, compliance, and execution.
- This position is based in Los Angeles, requiring 3 days in the office weekly, on a hybrid schedule model.
What You’ll Do // Key Duties:
Leadership & Team Management:
- Serve as a key leader, mentor, and technical expert within the firm.
- Direct and manage multiple project teams, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm objectives.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
- Represent the firm as a thought leader in Education architecture.
Project Oversight & Design Excellence:
- Oversee all phases of Education, DSA, K-12 projects, from concept through construction.
- Ensure designs meet regulatory requirements, including DSA K-12 standards.
- Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to develop and execute high-quality, impactful solutions.
- Maintain strict adherence to budgets, schedules, and deliverables.
- Lead, mentor, train, and support teams, projects, and studio within the Education, K-12, DSA group
Business Development & Client Engagement:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with education clients, agencies, and industry partners.
- Lead project pursuits, from identifying opportunities to securing contracts.
- Drive strategic growth by expanding the firm’s Education portfolio and market presence.
- Represent the firm at industry conferences, networking events, and speaking engagements.
Qualifications // Experience Required:
- 12+ years of architectural experience with a minimum of 3+ years leading a studio/practice
- Project Experience: Education, DSA, K-12 - minimum 5+ years of recent exp.
- CA or NCARB Registered Architecture License
- Strong understanding of Education, DSA, K-12, design, regulatory codes, and architecture trends.
- Proven experience and ability to lead, develop, grow teams, project delivery, build strong client relationships, network, and secure new business.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Competitive Full Package:
- Salary: $185,000 to $250,000 (DOE)
- Multi-Bonus Opportunities: Bi-annual, incentives, profit sharing, etc.
- Full Benefits: Medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, professional development support, and more.
- ESOP - Employee Owner Stock Program
- Flexible Schedule: Every other Friday off, additional PTO to balance your personal life with work
- Additional perks, benefits, and incentives are available
Apply today with your updated/resume work if you're a qualified Principal/Architectural leader with extensive Education, K-12, DSA experience, and local in Los Angeles.
*Email your updated resume/work to ian.kerr@bancroftsp.com for prompt review and consideration.