Project Architect

Wolff/Lang/Christopher Architects, Inc.; Berkeley (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonuses

Medical benefits

401(k) program

Hybrid schedule & remote work options

License bonus ($4,000)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

PBK is seeking a Project Architect to produce high quality construction documents per PBK standards and participate in all project phases from Schematic Design through Construction Administration. You will coordinate with the Project Manager, mentor junior staff, and help ensure projects stay on time and on budget while meeting client service standards.

A Registered Architect, Bachelor’s in Architecture, 5+ years of experience, and Revit proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Architect in your state of residence.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture is required.
• 5+ years of professional experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in using Revit.
• Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate production of construction documents and specifications in compliance with PBK standards.
• Organize and direct the architectural and/or engineering teams to execute the work in an orderly, timely, and coordinated manner.
• Ensure that project meets the budget goals and schedules set by the client.
• Coordination with government agencies, utility companies and resolve plan check and approval issues with the agencies.
• Must exhibit strong knowledge of building codes and have the ability to ensure compliance.
• Directs, organize, and mentor junior staff with the responsibility of overseeing their assignments.
• Support Project Manager, Production Director, and/or Client Executive in supervision of project staff.
• Establish budget, task schedule and other components of the work plan with Project Manager.
• Work with Project Manager to establish project budget and schedule.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

The Project Architect is responsible for producing high quality construction documents per PBK standards. The Project Architect will participate in all phases of the project, including Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents and Construction Administration. The Project Architect reports to the Project Manager and is responsible for the performance of the production team working underneath him or her. The Project Architect will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timely projects completion within budget constraints in accordance PBK’s quality and client service standards.

Your Impact:

Direct and coordinate production of construction documents and specifications in compliance with PBK standards. Organize and direct the architectural and/or engineering teams to execute the work in an orderly, timely, and coordinated manner. Ensure that project meets the budget goals and schedules set by the client. Coordination with government agencies, utility companies and resolve plan check and approval issues with the agencies. Must exhibit strong knowledge of building codes and have the ability to ensure compliance. Directs, organize, and mentor junior staff with the responsibility of overseeing their assignments. Support Project Manager, Production Director, and/or Client Executive in supervision of project staff. Establish budget, task schedule and other components of the work plan with Project Manager. Work with Project Manager to establish project budget and schedule.

Here’s What You’ll Need:

• Must be a Registered Architect in your state of residence.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture is required.
• 5 + years of professional experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in using Revit.
• Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills required.

The actual offered base salary for California locations will vary depending on factors such as individual qualifications, education, experience, skills, job-related knowledge, work location, and internal equity. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role will be at or near the top half of the range provided, but the decision will be dependent on the factors of each individual case. The compensation package may also include incentive compensation in the form of discretionary bonuses in addition to base salary and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits. The salary range for this position is below. $89,888.00 - $134,832.00

PBK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants can be considered for an opportunity without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, criminal history, or any other characteristic protected by law. Additionally, it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity in all phases of employment in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.

At PBK, the most accomplished and passionate architects, engineers, and thought leaders are working together to shape the future. We encourage our team to adopt an entrepreneurial approach to professional growth; there are no limits to what one can do or become at PBK. Our culture empowers our people to explore their interests, try new things, and create their own path to success – however they may define it. We recognize the value of work-life balance and believe in rewarding our employees’ hard work. We offer alternative work scheduling to allow employees greater flexibility, monthly happy hours and regular team outings, additional time off between Christmas and New Year’s, an Employee Assistance Program that supports each individual’s needs, and so much more! Additional PTO between Christmas and New Years Your birthday off Community involvement through recreation & service Hybrid schedule & remote work options Flexible "dress for your day" policy Paid parental leave for birth or adoption Firm covers employee healthcare premiums 401(k) program Costco / Sam's Club membership $4,000 license bonus Dynamic company with quick advancement Online professional licensure exam prep library Opportunities to work on a variety of project types Weekly continuing education lunch & learn sessions