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Putting People First

At Lionakis, our people are our greatest strength. We’ve built a culture where collaboration thrives, diverse perspectives are valued, and everyone has room to learn and grow. Whether you’ve been here for decades or just joined the team, your voice matters. We believe the best work happens when our people are supported, respected, and empowered to bring their full selves in pursuit of their passions.

We’re intentionally invested in relationships, well-being, and advancing careers. That means fostering true balance between work and life, providing opportunities for professional development, and creating an environment where you can perform meaningful work alongside teammates who care about people as much as projects. When you join Lionakis, you become part of a professional community that values who you are and what you have to offer.

Open Opportunities

We are always looking for more good people to join our team. Explore available positions below and discover opportunities to be a part of our high-quality, impactful, and inspirational work.

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Professional Development

We believe in investing in our people, paying it forward to the next generation. Our Professional Development (PD) program supports emerging, as well as experienced architects, engineers, and interior designers through live in-house training, site visits, and extensive online resources—ensuring both individual growth and sustainable success for our firm.

Our in-house talent in design technology, visualization, project management, and delivery provide access to research, training, and technical support that allows you to focus on learning and career development.
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Emerging Professionals Program

Our Emerging Professionals (EP) Program provides the knowledge, tools, and support you need to become a licensed architect, engineer, or interior designer. Through monthly EP University classes, regular construction site visits, and formal mentorship with senior staff, you’ll learn all aspects of the business while building relationships with clients, colleagues, and industry partners. We’re here to help you navigate your career path and achieve your professional goals.

We’re proud to have twice been honored with the Firm Mentorship Award from AIA California’s Academy of Emerging Professionals.

Learn More about Lionakis

We’re designing a better future, together. Learn more about our firm, our culture, and how we show up to serve our clients and communities.

Who We Are What We Do

“A firm grows based on its personnel. If you have good people and they work together, you’re going to have a good firm … and that’s what we have.”

–George Lionakis
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Our Investment in You

We offer an outstanding compensation package. Here are some of the perks you’ll have as part of the Lionakis team:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Flexible Work Schedules
  • Incentive Compensation & Bonus Opportunities
  • Lionakis Foundation Matching Donations
  • 401(k) Matching & Retirement Plan
  • Paid Holidays
  • Wellness Options & Gym Membership Discounts
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • Public Transportation Allowance
  • Fun Company Events
  • Employee Assistance Program

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Professional Organizations

Lionakis is home to many current and former board members, committee chairs, and presidents of our industry’s local and state organizations. We encourage membership and participation in the local and larger architectural and engineering communities, supporting our team with mentorship and membership fee reimbursement.

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  • U.S. Green Building Council USGBC circular logo with a stylized oak leaf in the center

Transforming Culture

Our firm has taken the AIA #CulturePledge, committing to a workplace built on trust, transparency, and mutual respect. We believe in fostering an environment that supports our team members and serves our stakeholders while remaining adaptable to the evolving needs of our profession. Guided by our core values, we’re doing our part to build a more fulfilled workforce, a stronger practice, and more compassionate communities.

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