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Project Architect

San Francisco, CA

RMW architecture & interiors, is an innovative, award-winning architecture and interior design firm, with a collaborative culture. Our mission is to design engaging workplaces for great companies. We are currently experiencing exciting growth and seeking a Project Architect to play a pivotal role in our San Francisco studio.

Role

The Project Architect oversees the technical aspects of the project(s) including the architectural and/or interior documentation, detailing, construction materials, specifications, building codes, planning approvals process and construction observation.

They mentor the Job Captain(s) and other team members and review their documentation, and work with the Project Manager to meet budget, milestones and deliverables. Provide periodic review of the consultants’ work and convey client’s goals and design intent.

This position will have close interaction with clients on both architectural and interiors projects.

Oversees design of work to meet project requirements

Communicates with Project Manager/Project Architect/Job Captain on program, design, budget and schedule for timely and appropriate design development

Collaborates and communicates with designers and other team members

Reviews strategy for documents framework and reviews for conformance with RMW standards

Assists the management of the project

Responsible for code review and city requirements. Enlists support in cases of new code requirements and advanced building technologies. Research code and zoning updates and educate staff.

Coordinates and reviews production of Specifications with Job Captain and Specification Writer

Provides supervision and quality-control review of team. Supports technical reviews for QAQC.

Implements office standards, policies and procedures

Develop solutions that integrate building systems, structure, and technology requirements

Coordinates consultants’ work and/or closely supports Job Captain’s coordination during all project phases

Oversees Construction Administration with reviews of team’s site observations, RFIs and submittals

Conducts construction observation reviewing construction for general conformance with the design concept and technical requirements

Soft Skills

Strong follow-through and attention to detail

Ability to excel in a creative and collaborative studio environment

Strong desire to collaborate and learn from the team

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to work on multiple projects or phases at one time

Highly effective interpersonal skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Positive attitude with a strong aptitude for learning

Able to bring your unique point of view

Qualifications

Professional degree or recognized equivalent with experience involving design, production, construction and management

Licensed Architect; additional credentials encouraged

7+ years of experience coordinating project resources, including an expanded consultant team, and on average, a staff team of 4-6 people

Commitment to design excellence and document quality

Experience overseeing design development and documentation on a range of project types and scales

Thorough understanding of all aspects of design, building systems, building codes, construction methodology, and costs

Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rendering software, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite

For consideration, please email your resume and work samples to hr@rmw.com referencing the job title on the email subject. No phone calls, please.

Salary range $126,000 – $140,000/ per year.

RMW is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

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