Designer III (#2616)

HKIT; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Life, LTD & STD insurance

FSA and 401k plans

Job summary

HKIT Architects, a downtown Oakland design firm with 75+ years in the Bay Area, seeks an experienced architect to lead conceptual design and support through TK-14 school and affordable/senior housing projects. You will independently apply advanced architectural concepts and coordinate with consultants and staff.

You will work directly with project management or project architect, leading technical viewpoints for larger, complex projects, and assist with drawings, production, and product

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited school.

Responsibilities

• Work with project team on various phases of projects from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Produce design and construction drawings in Revit format.
• Manage own scheduling and workload, completing tasks in a timely manner.
• Site visits and CA tasks as applicable.
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff.

Skills

Strong design

Strong communication

Sustainability awareness

Education

Bachelor or Master of Architecture

Tools

Revit

ACC (Autodesk Construction Cloud)

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

DescriptionABOUT HKIT ARCHITECTS

HKIT Architects is a design firm based in downtown Oakland which has been servicing the Bay Area for over 75 years. The firm is known for its work with TK-14 educational facilities, affordable housing and other community-based work. Our mission is to create meaningful, sustainable environments through beautiful and functional design that strengthens communities.

We encourage qualified applicants to apply to join our dynamic, diverse mid-sized firm of professional staff dedicated to supporting our mission.

For more information visit our website: www.hkit.com

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a full-time position offering professional growth potential. We are seeking individuals who are energetic, motivated, and technically proficient to join our collaborative office environment.

In this role, individuals participate in the conceptual design and provides full support through the entire project of TK-14 school and/or affordable and senior housing projects. Individuals are expected to independently apply advanced architectural concepts and designs.

Individuals in this role will work directly with project management or project architect and will coordinate with consultants, other architects, and staff. Individuals will develop and represent lead technical viewpoint on projects. This role is typically responsible for larger, more complex projects and assists with production & planning of drawing set. Also coordinates with specification writer for product selection & requirements.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with project team on various phases of projects from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Produce design and construction drawings in Revit format.
• Manage own schedule and workload, completing tasks assigned in a timely manner.
• Jobsite visits and other CA tasks as applicable.
• May provide technical guidance to less experienced staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited school
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in an architectural office required.
• Proficiency in Revit, including Architectural Construction Cloud (ACC), AutoCAD, Sketchup, Photoshop, InDesign skills also appreciated.
• Experience with TK–14 public school and/or affordable or senior housing construction in California
• Experience with Division of the State Architect.
• Strong design skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Experience with sustainable building systems such as LEED BD+C or LEED for homes or Green Point Rating are a plus.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

HKIT Architects offers eligible employees a rich benefit package including medical, dental & vision insurance, life, LTD & STD insurance, FSA and 401k plans.