Project Architect
Architecture San Francisco, CA, US
Thu, Sep 15 '11
Walker Warner Architects is seeking candidates for the position of Project Architect to work as part of a team to support the development and delivery of primarily high-end custom residential projects under the supervision of a Principal or Project Director.
Firm Description
We are an award-winning San Francisco firm that has completed many residential, winery and hospitality projects in California, Hawaii, Idaho and Montana. Our work is tailored to the uniqueness and diversity of each client and place, maintaining a consistent focus on design excellence, thorough project management and superior service. We value passion, balance, respect, responsibility and excellence. We believe in collaboration and the importance of team members being involved in projects from design conception to finish details, allowing for optimum engagement in the process.
Qualifications
- Accredited degree in architecture
- Registered architect license, preferably from the State of California
- Seven or more years of related professional experience including design and detailing experience on high-end custom residential projects
- Technical knowledge of Type V construction
- Excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively direct the work of junior staff members
- Demonstrated 3D modeling/BIM proficiency (ArchiCAD BIM strongly preferred)
Primary Responsibilities
- Support Principal or Project Director in development of the building design
- Lead the development of all details and coordinate with project consultants & contractors
- Direct junior staff members in the production, organization and coordination of the virtual building model and all documents in the drawing set as required for presentations, agency approvals and construction
- Assist the Project Director to develop and manage budget and schedule, organize workflow and anticipate required staff resources
- Research and specify materials, products and systems
- Attend jobsite meetings, issue supplemental instructions, review submittals and shop drawings, etc. during Construction Administration
- Coach and mentor junior staff, share experiences and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge
Compensation and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package including health insurance, dental and vision plans, long-term disability insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 401K, profit sharing, as well as other incentive programs. Our work environment is friendly and dynamic, and we welcome participation in related activities, such as our co-ed summer softball team.
Submit cover letter, resume and portfolio samples, with indication of your role on the projects submitted, via email only - combined size not to exceed 4 MB. We will acknowledge receipt of your information, but due to the volume of resumes received, only candidates being considered for a position will be contacted. Please no hard copies, drop-ins or telephone calls. Reposting this job description elsewhere is not permitted.
Thomas Hendricks
Walker Warner Architects
353 Folsom Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
E-mail (word or pdf files only): jobposting@walker-warner.com
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