Professional degree from an accredited Architectural program and California architect licensure required.
7+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 years on K-12 Education projects.
Prior experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
Advanced knowledge in Revit, BIM 360, and Bluebeam Revu.
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Sketchup.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Commitment to mentoring junior team members is critical.
Ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with clients to understand project individuality and programmatic direction.
Lead a multidisciplinary team to develop design solutions in collaboration with Directors of Design.
Mentor technical and design-oriented professionals.
Ensure compliance with feasibility, constructability, and life safety/code requirements.
Manage project development during design phases.
Maintain project delivery schedule and communicate concerns with the Project Team.
Prepare schematic and design development presentation materials.
Develop construction documentation and specifications.
Create and maintain BIM projects through all project phases.
Coordinate with consultants using BIM and 2D documentation.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off & paid vacation
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
We're seeking a creative, energetic, and self-motivated Project Architect to join our Culver City, CA office. In this role, you will be responsible for developing creative design solutions, providing technical knowledge to solve design and construction issues, communicating priorities to both internal and external project teams, and assisting the Project Manager in implementing the project work plan.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Collaborate with owner and team to fully understand the individuality of the client project and development of the programmatic direction.
Lead a team of Architects, Project Associates, Interior Design Associates, and Planners to develop design solutions, in collaboration with Directors of Design.
Mentor a team of technical and design-oriented professionals.
Ensure feasibility, constructability, and life safety/code requirements are met.
Work on project development in design phases.
Maintain project delivery schedule and communicate concerns with Project Team.
Prepare schematic and design development phase presentation materials.
Develop construction documentation and specifications.
Create, develop and maintain BIM projects through all phases of project.
Coordinate with consultants utilizing BIM, 2D documentation, and specifications.
Prepare request for pricing, review of shop drawings, and support team in addressing RFI's during construction.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Professional degree from an accredited Architectural program and architect licensure is required. (California license is required)
7+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 years' work on K-12 Education projects.
Prior experience working with the Division of the State Architect (DSA)
Advanced knowledge in Revit, BIM 360, and Bluebeam Revu
Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Sketchup.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desire and commitment to providing coaching and mentoring to junior team members is critical.
Ability to lead through influence rather than direct authority.
Experience working in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.
BENEFITS:
This role offers competitive compensation and is eligible for participation in our comprehensive benefits programs including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term and short-term disability
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Paid time off & paid vacation
LOCATION:
Hybrid position based in our Culver City, CA office.
Ability to travel for project requirements, as needed.
