Architect

MKA International, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical Insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading architecture firm is looking for a mid-to-senior level licensed Architect in San Francisco. The role involves performing forensic investigations on building envelope failures and requires a Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture and California architectural license. Candidates must have 10 years of experience and strong communication skills. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, including a generous 401K match and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience required.
• Experience in property loss and construction defects is a plus.
• Familiarity with building envelope types.
• Field experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform forensic investigations of building envelope failures.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Manage multiple project assignments.

Skills

Forensic analysis of building enclosures

Knowledge of building codes

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Architecture

State of California Licensed Architect

Tools

Building codes knowledge

Technical report writing

Job description

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We are seeking to add a highly-motivated mid-to-senior level licensed Architect to our team of multi-disciplinary consultants. Individual will have knowledge in the behavior of building enclosures and their components for use in forensic analyses relating to residential, commercial, industrial facilities, marine and inland structures. Experience in performing failure cause & origin analysis on building systems, authoring technical reports, and construction litigation is desired. Building envelope types include, but are not limited to, cladding, wall enclosures, roofing systems, and fenestration components.

Responsibilities And Duties Include

• Perform forensic investigations of building envelope failures.
• Diagnose failures in building envelope systems and recommend solutions for remediation of those failures.
• Field work to document as-built conditions and damage to building systems as a result of natural (wind, water, fire, earth movement, etc.) and/or human induced origins (design and construction errors/omissions). Natural events can include large catastrophes such as regional floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, fires and earthquakes.
• Utilizing building codes, technical knowledge, and understanding of construction practices to establish repair scope recommendations as well as cause and origin analyses.
• Evaluate design drawings and documentation.
• Communicate with clients, interface with code officials and contractors to address construction issues to provide detailed reports.
• Manage multiple project assignments, executing them on time and within budget.
• Retention and development of client relationships.
• Willing to travel, as needed, on short notice at times.
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Architecture from an NAAB accredited program required.
• State of California Licensed Architect through NCARB’s ARE examination. Multiple state registrations (or ability to obtain) a plus.
• Minimum 10 Years Architectural experience in design or other background that promotes an understanding of building construction.
• Experience in property loss and construction defects a plus.
• Knowledge of national building and construction codes (IBC, IRC, IEBC, etc.)
• Understanding of heat, air and moisture control principles within enclosure materials and assemblies.
• Familiarity with performance and testing requirements, details and specifications for building enclosures.
• Familiarity with façade components and assemblies, particularly at their interfaces.
• Understanding of material selection as it relates to long-term durability and performance of building enclosures.
• Field experience. Must be able to physically carry and climb ladders for roof access, as well as navigate steep-slope roofing up to 6:12.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in providing Litigation Support including Expert Testimony at Depositions and/or Trial, Mediation or Arbitration proceedings, a plus.
• Registered Roof Observer (RRO) and Registered Roof Consultant (RRC) designations are a plus.
  
  

Compensation: $100k – $165k

MKA offers a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) and benefits program including a generous 401K match, ESOP participation, medical, dental, vision, and paid vacation.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and have a good driving record.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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