A bachelor's degree in architecture or equivalent.
At least 3 years of relevant architectural project experience in California K-12 projects.
Proficiency in building information modeling (BIM)/Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, or other 3D modeling tools is a plus.
Interest in both design and technical excellence, including connecting creativity with constructability.
Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Engage in design discussions and critiques, contributing ideas that elevate innovation and design quality.
Participate in all project phases, from concept through construction, bringing creative and technical expertise to the work.
Translate design ideas into buildable, high-quality architectural solutions.
Contribute to preparing presentations and materials for clients and marketing efforts.
Develop and coordinate architectural drawings, specifications, and consultant collaboration to support project design and delivery.
Provide or receive technical guidance and mentorship, depending on experience level.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to realize design intent and achieve project goals.
Support or lead project planning, including budgets, schedules, and quality control reviews.
Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to foster successful relationships and project outcomes.
Participate in construction administration to ensure design integrity through project completion.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, or other 3D modeling tools.
Do you thrive in an imaginative and inventive environment? Are you someone who flourishes when part of a cohesive team where collaboration and ideas flow freely? Want to work for a firm that is taking concrete actions toward Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion? We’re looking for an experienced and Licensed California Architect to join our Education team working on various projects from K-12 to higher education in our Fresno office.
An ideal candidate will serve as a primary technical resource to project teams, consistently apply and deepen their understanding of general concepts, standards, and team dynamics, and offer high-level technical and design documentation support. This individual has experience with projects ranging in size and complexity in the Education market. We are looking for a stellar individual who wants to change the world, one project at a time. Sound like you?
As an Architect at Lionakis, you will…
Engage in design discussions and critiques, contributing ideas that elevate innovation and design quality.
Participate in all project phases, from concept through construction, bringing both creative and technical expertise to the work.
Translate design ideas into buildable, high-quality solutions that reflect thoughtful, purposeful architecture.
Contribute to the preparation of presentations and materials for clients and marketing efforts.
Develop and coordinate architectural drawings, specifications, and consultant collaboration to support project design and delivery.
Provide and/or receive technical guidance and mentorship, depending on your level of experience.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design intent is realized and project goals are achieved.
Support or lead project planning efforts, including budgets, schedules, and quality control reviews.
Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to foster successful relationships and project outcomes.
Participate in construction administration, ensuring design integrity through project completion
You'll Bring...
California Architect License.
A bachelor's degree in architecture (or equivalent).
3+ years of relevant architectural project experience in K-12 projects in California
Proficiency in BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, or other 3D modeling tools (a plus).
A genuine interest in both design and technical excellence – you see architecture as the art of bridging creativity and constructability.
Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Why You’ll Love Lionakis… At Lionakis, people and design come first. You’ll find:
A collaborative, design-forward culture that values creativity, mentorship, and shared success.
The chance to shape stories that impact real communities.
Hybrid work flexibility, every-other-Friday off options, and a comprehensive benefits package (bonus plan, 401(k) with match, health/dental/vision, generous PTO).
A workplace deeply committed to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion – in our projects, our people, and our culture.
Join us and help bring our design vision to life—one story at a time.
Salary Range: $83,600- $145,000 annually. Compensation and level DOE.
Studies have shown that underrepresented individuals like women; LGBTQIA+; and BIPOC, among others, are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications in a job description or posting. Because we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, we understand the best candidate may come from a non-traditional background to our field of work. We strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of the qualifications described above. Diversity makes us better.