CEI · 21 hours ago
Senior Architect
Anaheim, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$75/hr - $80/hr
9+ years expCEI is a trusted technology partner delivering solutions to help customers transform their business. They are seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect to provide architectural leadership and design management for a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedule, budget, and standards.
ConsultingInformation ServicesInformation Technology
Hiring Manager
Gabby Del Rio
Responsibilities
Lead and coordinate the architectural design of multiple concurrent projects (25+ at a time), partnering closely with internal project managers and stakeholders; projects will vary in scale
Manage and direct external Architects, Engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure alignment with project scope, schedule, budget, and standards
Develop detailed project scopes of work and prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for external design and consulting services
Serve as a technical architectural specialist with strong knowledge of architectural detailing, coordination of sections and elevations, requirements for UL listing, design options for fire protection, waterproofing and material transitions
Demonstrate familiarity with all phases of design and construction, from feasibility and schematic design through construction administration and closeout
Participate in and support construction activities, including on-site presence to analyze and facilitate issue resolution
Provide leadership during Construction Administration, including coordination with Architects of Record (AOR), Engineers of Record (EOR), and General Contractors; guidance on permitting strategies, inspections, and field issue resolution; review, processing and resolution of RFIs and submittals; identification and processing of deferred submittals
Act as a liaison with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and regulatory agencies, representing the client’s interests throughout design and construction
Develop and present construction phasing plans for review and approval by AHJs, internal partners, and construction teams
Ensure projects are coordinated across disciplines and integrated with operational, safety, and guest experience requirements
Maintain high-level knowledge of current codes and regulations applicable to projects in Anaheim, California, including but not limited to: California Building Code (CBC), accessibility and fire-life-safety regulations, Cal-OSHA requirements, and Orange County Health Care Agency (OCHCA) Food and Safety Codes
Demonstrate understanding of all construction types and their implications on design, permitting, and construction execution
Lead project design reviews at key milestones to ensure compliance with design guidelines, standards, and master specifications
Provide quality assurance (QA/QC) across multiple projects, focusing on constructability, coordination, and long-term maintainability
Partner with internal teams to interpret, apply, and enforce standards and code requirements while supporting creative and operational objectives
Demonstrate strong interdisciplinary communication with the ability to evaluate and integrate the architectural design with Structural, MEP, Civil, Facility Infrastructure, Show / Attraction Specialties, Ride Engineering, Graphics, Operations and more
Identify risks, code challenges, and design conflicts early, and develop clear, actionable solutions
Support executive and stakeholder decision-making by presenting concise and fair technical analyses and recommendations
Qualification
Required
Minimum 9+ years of professional architectural experience, including significant exposure to design management and construction administration
Active Architectural License in the State of California
Demonstrated experience with permitting and inspections involving AHJs
Strong working knowledge of California codes, health and safety regulations, and construction practices
Self-driven with a passion for design excellence, code expertise, and technical problem solving
Demonstrated ability to multi-task effectively while managing a large volume of simultaneous projects in a fast-paced environment
Experience working under pressure with tight deadlines and can adapt quickly to changing priorities
Experience translating highly complex technical and regulatory issues into clear guidance for non-technical partners and executive leadership
Experience presenting to large groups, including internal leadership, external partners, and regulatory agencies
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an NAAB-accredited program
Preferred
Experience working in complex, operationally active environments
Familiarity with large, multi-stakeholder organizations and fast-track project delivery
Experience developing construction phasing strategies in occupied facilities
Experience leading multiple simultaneous projects, developing project scope, coordinating internal partners, managing external design firms/contractors, and ensuring work meets standards, regulatory requirements, and operational needs
Experience supporting a wide variety of facility types and project scopes—ranging from early research and assessments through design, permitting, construction administration, and closeout—while ensuring alignment with quality standards, regulatory requirements, operational needs, and guest experience expectations
Benefits
Optional medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) match
Company
CEI
In today’s fast-evolving technology landscape, CEI empowers organizations to drive business transformation and IT modernization through innovative, AI-enabled solutions.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dale Gilardi
Chief Financial Officer
Christine Locklin
Vice President and Partner
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