Experienced Architect years exp. Licensed in CA NCARB certified

Job Description

Architectural Design and Hand-Drawing Expertise

Mandatory 40+ years experience as a licensed California Architect, NCARB certified

Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in creating detailed, hand-drawn architectural sketches and renderings, specializing in commercial and high-end residential designs, to produce visually compelling conceptual drawings for client presentations and plan sets.

Leverage hand-drawing skills to enhance client engagement.

Integrate hand-drawn designs with digital workflows, ensuring seamless translation into construction documents.

Project Management and Oversight

Bring 40+ years of experience as a licensed architect, serving as Architect of Record for diverse projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments valued up to $100 million, with a track record of delivering 95% of projects on time and within budget.

Oversee all project phases, from schematic design to construction administration, designing, stamping, and signing construction documents to ensure compliance with the 2022 California Building Code, ADA standards, and local ordinances.

Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including structural, MEP, and civil engineers, to streamline project execution, reducing design conflicts by 20% through effective collaboration.

Technical Proficiency

Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM software to complement hand-drawn designs, enhancing drafting efficiency and accuracy for construction documents and 3D models.

Oversee MEP coordination and structural engineering integration, ensuring seamless incorporation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and seismic design requirements, achieving a 98% compliance rate with jurisdictional reviews.

Stay abreast of emerging technologies, such as AI-driven design tools and parametric modeling, to optimize project workflows and reduce design revision time by 15%.

Client Engagement and Leadership

Foster strong client relationships through clear communication and tailored design presentations, achieving a 50% increase in client satisfaction scores on past projects.

Lead design teams of up to 10 architects and designers, mentoring junior staff to enhance their skills in design principles and industry best practices, resulting in a 40% improvement in team performance.

Represent the firm in client meetings, public hearings, and stakeholder presentations, articulating design vision and securing approvals for complex projects.

Regulatory and Permitting Experience

Apply extensive knowledge of California’s permitting processes, including navigating and responding to jurisdictional comments on accessibility, and fire safety, expediting permit approvals by 30%.

Ensure compliance with CBC, Title 24 energy standards, and local zoning regulations, successfully managing permitting for over 1,000 projects across residential and commercial sectors.

Conduct thorough code research and coordinate with building officials to resolve plan check comments, minimizing revisions and maintaining project schedules.

Compensation:

$1,000/month for supervision, review, and stamping of construction documents for up to two projects per month.

$100 per stamped plan sheet for any additional projects beyond the two-project monthly limit.

Full-time