Designer

About Handel Architects

Handel Architects is an award-winning, full-service Architecture, Planning, and Interior Design firm with offices in San Francisco, New York, Boston, and Hong Kong. We specialize in innovative, sustainability-driven solutions that shape vibrant communities worldwide. Our San Francisco office specializes in complex mixed-use and multi-family residential projects, from boutique urban infill to large-scale high-rise developments.

We’re a collaborative team of passionate Architects and Designers who thrive in an open studio environment. We share ideas, support each other, and design spaces that positively impact lives. Our culture values creativity, camaraderie, and growth—we celebrate achievements, work hard, and genuinely enjoy what we do.

We operate on a hybrid schedule: in-office Monday–Thursday, with optional remote work on Fridays.

About the Job

Our San Francisco studio is seeking a Designer with 5–7 years of experience to join our design-driven team.

We’re looking for a sharp, passionate Architect who thrives in collaborative environments, brings strong problem-solving skills, and takes pride in producing clear client presentations and accurate construction documents. You’ll play a key role in shaping buildings starting from the feasibility and concept phases, and ensuring design intent is carried through documentation and construction.

You’ll partner closely with Senior Project Architects and design teams on multiple, concurrent projects across all phases. You’ll coordinate directly with consultants, lead meetings, and continue to develop the skills to deliver thoughtful, well-executed, and inspirational buildings that enhance the urban environment.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated Architect looking to grow professionally, contribute to meaningful projects, and take ownership in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of professional architectural experience across all project phases, from feasibility and entitlement through construction


• Professional degree in Architecture


• Licensed Architect required; California licensure strongly preferred


• Experience with medium- to large-scale multifamily residential projects preferred


• Strong knowledge of zoning, planning, and building codes


• Familiarity with LEED and GreenPoint Rated certification systems a plus


• Proficiency in Revit required


• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)


• Experience with 3D modeling and rendering tools, including Rhino, SketchUp, V-Ray, and Grasshopper; familiarity with AI-enhanced design workflows a plus


• Demonstrated experience coordinating consultant teams and leading project meetings


• Proficiency in producing comprehensive construction document sets


• Experience with Construction Administration and jobsite observations


• Highly organized, technically proficient, and detail-oriented


• Ability to lead a design from concept through execution


• Collaborative team player with strong written and verbal communication skills


• Experience mentoring and guiding junior staff

What We Offer

• Salary: $90,000-$100,000


• Annual Discretionary Bonus


• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)


• Competitive PTO


• 401(k) with employer contribution


• Professional development opportunities


• Downtown office near Powell BART/Muni station


• Calm, collaborative work environment

How to Apply

Portfolios are required for this job application. Applications without portfolios cannot be considered.