Job Captain

ABA Studios is currently seeking a Job Captain to join our growing firm.

Selected as the Firm of the Year by the AIA Silicon Valley, ABA Studios is a thriving, creative and successful architecture, planning and interior design firm - delivering the highest quality services for over 40 years. The scope of services we offer ranges from pre-project planning through post-occupancy evaluations. ABA is committed to assisting clients in improving their own culture, environment, operation, function and organization.

Our motto:
Do Good, Exceptionally Well, by Design - means we see our services to our community, health and wellness, and education clients as fundamental to making our world better.

• Leading the assembly of a set of technically sound and accurate Contract Documents
• Providing technical guidance and direction to project teams from the early design phases through construction administration
• Coordinating a full consultant team through all phases of design and construction
• Understanding, identifying and applying relevant building codes and standards
• Executing a design by ensuring design documentation is in concert with the design intent through all project phases
• Performing jurisdictional submittals and interacting effectively with jurisdictional personnel

• Must have a BA/BS in Architecture from a 4/5 year program or a Masters of Architecture
• 4+ years of architectural experience with recent experience education and healthcare
• Recent Experience in Education (DSA) and/or Health & Wellness (OSHPD/HCAI) preferred
• Licensed Architect in California or those actively pursuing license preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Experience in sustainable design, integrated design and LEED guidelines
• Ability to prioritize workload, multi-task between projects and maintain organization in a changing environment
• Working knowledge of building codes and other regulatory requirements
• Advanced knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, adhere to budgetary goals and provide high quality service to clients
• Excellent oral, written and presentation communication skills

• Flexible, Hybrid Work Schedule with in-office days on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
• Competitive Salary ($80,000 - $90,000, dependent on experience)
• Medical Insurance (100% coverage for employee, subject to a cap determined on a yearly basis)
• Dental & Vision (50% coverage for employee)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Monthly Parking Allowance
• Monthly Team Building/Social Events, including retreats, wellness challenges, happy hours, and summer/holiday gatherings

• Support for AXP Hours
• Quarterly Professional Development Guidance with a Senior Leader of the firm
• Annual Professional Education & Training Allowance, including additional PTO day
• Personal copy of Amber Book ARE Exam Study Guides
• Reimbursement for Professional Exams and Certifications
• Partial Reimbursement for Membership to Industry Organizations with Committee Involvement
• Voluntary Lunch-Time Learning and Development Opportunities, including weekly Technical Office Hours, monthly Design Labs, monthly ARE Exam Groups, and vendor presentations

• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan

• Employee Assistance Program, including access to financial, physical, social, and emotional health resources
• Community Online Academy platform for live and on-demand classes on a wide variety of topics, including meditation, physical wellness, hobbies, and personal development, as well as enrichment classes for children of employees
• Employee-Only Discounts and Member Pricing for a variety of products and services, including health and wellbeing options, travel, electronics, apparel, and more
• Adoption Assistance

ABA is an equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V.

Location:

San Francisco Bay Area

Revit proficiency is required.