Project Architect

Job Description

Position Title: Project Architect

Location: Torrance, CA (in-office, no remote)

Salary: range between $85K to $120K depending on experience

Company info:

We are a commercial architecture firm based in Torrance for over 30 years. We are seeking to add a Project Architect to our team. You can expect a variety of project type to keep you engaged, recent projects have included restaurant renovations, offices, commercial test kitchens, karaoke studios, warehouse renovations, schools, and a car dealership. You can expect a mix of both tenant improvements and ground-up new buildings.

You will:

Lead a project from initial client meeting through construction administration. You will create SD, DD, and CD documents.

Create layouts, programming and space planning to meet client and project needs

Prepare project designs, QAQC, and fully coordinated set of construction documents

Collaborate with consulting engineers for the development and inclusion of MEP, Structural, Civil drawings

Submit plans to agencies having jurisdiction to obtain building permit. This includes meeting with city plan checkers, revising per their comments, and explaining changes to clients.

Participate in overall schedule and cost management alongside our Construction Department

Provide construction administration including answering RFIs, review of shop drawings and project submittals

Requirements:

California Registered Licensed Architect.

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience, with commercial (office, retail and restaurant) projects preferred

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Proficiency in Revit is a must

Comprehensive knowledge of state and local building codes and experience with submitting plans for agency review and approval

Effective planning, time management, and organization skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to collaborate with team members

Valid CA driver’s license and reliable transportation

Valid Work status in the US (Citizenship, Permanent Resident, Green Card, etc.)

Full-time