Project Architect

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The role at a glance:

NBBJ's California studio is seeking a Project Architect with experience in the design, documentation and planning of complex projects at various scales including large-scale hospitals and ambulatory care centers. This is an opportunity to join a fully integrated design studio where a diverse group of technical architects, interior designers, medical planners collaborate as a team from concept design through construction. This opportunity is available in our San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego office.

In your new role, you will:

* Support the technical design and documentation of projects at various scales, focusing on healthcare environments, from large hospitals to complex department renovations

* Develop and finalize documents to ensure compliance with building codes, life safety standards, FGI guidelines, with a focus on technical accuracy and regulatory adherence

* Coordinate with interior, MEP, and structural disciplines throughout the design and documentation phases

* Lead small teams on a variety of project scales

* Collaborate with Architects, Interior Designers, and Project Managers from Concept Design through Construction Administration

What you will need to succeed:

* 8-12 years of experience in architectural design and documentation, preferably in complex healthcare or institutional projects. Demonstrated excellence in design and innovation

* Experience in projects from design development through construction administration.

* Strong verbal and graphic communication skills, effective client relationship skills, and talent for working with diverse teams of designers and consultants in a collaborative environment.

* Experience with interior documentation and detailing, including casework detailing.

* Demonstrated experience working on HCAI 1/OSHPD 1 projects in California

* Strong Revit proficiency

* Professional Licensure or progress toward licensure is encouraged.

LEED Accreditation, encouraged

* Familiarity with LEAN Concepts, encouraged

This role requires the individual to be based in the United States.

Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience. The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between:

* San Francisco: $115,000 - $140,000

* Los Angeles: $110,000 - $135,000

* San Diego: $110,000 - $135,000

Why choose NBBJ?

We believe that all NBBJ employees should love their work. This means not only loving what you do but having pride in your workplace. We strive to be that irresistible place to work by enhancing your employee experience with customized programs and comprehensive benefits. In addition to 100% covered employee healthcare costs and 401k contributions, we offer unique professional development opportunities, volunteer opportunities and access to leading technology and resources to further help you love your work and advance your career.

* NBBJ has been named three times by Fast Company as one of the most innovative architecture firms.

* Founded in 1943, our first office opened over 75 years ago in Seattle, Washington. We now have over 10 office locations around the globe.

* We are a transdisciplinary, cross-practice focused firm with a deep portfolio of Civic & Cultural, Commercial, Corporate, Healthcare, Higher Education, Science and Technology, Sports, and Urban Environment projects. We also have several areas of service expertise including:
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