Architectural Associate I

• Prepare and supervise the preparation of preliminary plans and detailed drawings for a wide variety of complex construction, conversion and repair projects
• Develop finished designs of ordinary projects and portions of designs for highly complex projects
• Analyze and interpret data, sketches and designs and provides technical assistance to subordinate architectural drafting personnel engaged in such work
• Prepare and review contract specifications for various projects
• coordinates design activities with those responsible for the structural, mechanical and electrical design phases of such projects
• participates in meetings and discussions with representatives of City departments and outside organizations relative to design, specifications, and functional use problems
• Make field observations of projects under construction to ensure compliance with contract documents
• takes field measurements, documents existing conditions and incorporates data provided by other professionals, such as surveyors and geotechnical engineers
• Make, coordinate, and review quantity and cost estimates
• checks construction submittals to determine if contract specifications are complied with
• May be required to perform duties in connection with the architectural phases of interior design and construction management
• when appropriate applies critical path method techniques to such work
• Assist in the development and advancement of subordinate personnel
• may plan and assign work to subordinate architectural drafting personnel

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Architecture or an architecture related field such as Environmental Design or Interior Architecture, or a professional degree in Architecture (Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture) from an accredited college or university
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the architectural field including architectural design, architectural detailing, construction documents, programming, preliminary cost budgeting, specification coordination and review, construction administration, and field observation of architectural construction projects, all under the direction of a licensed architect. One (1) year must have been served as a job captain, project lead, or in some role of increased responsibility and supervision on a project
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

• Experience serving as Job Captain, with strong proficiency in preparing concept and schematic design drawings, presentation materials, construction documents, specifications, and detailing—preferably for Type I interior and aviation-related projects
• Proven construction administration experience across various building typologies, with a focus on small-scale and interior renovation work in Type I Construction
• Highly proficient in Revit for drafting and design coordination
• Experience collaborating within interdisciplinary project teams of 1–4 members
• Experience working with a variety of audiences and stakeholders
• Understanding and practical knowledge of San Francisco and California Building Codes
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite, including Lumion, Photoshop, Acrobat, In-Design and Illustrator
• LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with Title 24 Energy Code and Net Zero Energy Buildings is a plus

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