Project Architect

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the design, detailing, research and full documentation on projects, providing expertise across multiple projects.
• Oversees agency approvals.
• Mentors less experienced junior staff
• Act as liaison between project management, other in-house team members, including specifications writer as well as outside consultants.
• May participate in construction administration duties such as:
• Act as a liaison between design team, inspector of record, contractors, client and client’s consultants
• Represent firm at weekly OAC meetings
• Preform on site observations of construction progress and write field reports
• Assist in the review and response to shop drawings, submittals and RFI's, issuing of ASI's, including drawings and specification revisions as required.
• Assist in the review and processing of construction change orders and pay apps.
• Participate in the resolution of construction Issues.
• Make substantial completion observations, prepare punch list of deficiencies and perform other close‑out activities.
• Overall quality control in the construction administration

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited school
• California Licensed Architect required.
• Minimum of 8-15 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• In-depth understanding of contract documents and specifications, material research & development.
• Experience in conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Able to detail complicated building elements
• Experience with TK–14 public school, affordable and/or senior living construction in California
• Experience with Division of the State Architect.
• Knowledge of Building and Life Safety Codes and Construction Standards.
• Self‑motivated, team‑oriented, adaptable to a fast‑paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle required to travel to job sites.

The annual salary range for this role is $100,000 - $130,000. HKIT Architects offers rich benefit offerings for eligible employees including medical, dental & vision insurance, life, LTD & STD insurance, FSA, 401k, and pet benefits.