Project Architect - 3P0A002

Snipebridge, a strategic talent solutions company specializing in connecting exceptional talent to great career opportunities in the Architecture & Planning industry, is seeking an experienced Project Architect.

Our client is a distinguished San Francisco-based architecture firm located in the South of Market neighborhood. With nearly three decades of experience, their commercial and residential projects celebrate the textural richness of some of California's most spectacular settings.

They create architecture that punctuates the straightforward with the nuanced, architecture that is deliberate without being loud, and subtle without being quiet. The firm believes that a thoughtfully designed and finely crafted personal space is not just an expression of aesthetic sensibility, it enhances function and restores well-being, clarity, and harmony.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Our client is seeking a talented Project Architect with 7+ of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate is technically proficient, design-sensitive, and possesses excellent organizational and communication skills. You will work as an integral part of project teams, ensuring the translation of design intent into construction documentation across all phases of project delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• In partnership with the principal, serve as the primary contact with client, consultants, contractors and co-workers. 
• Develop, manage and maintain a comprehensive project plan outlining all phases and Project services within specific time and budget parameters.  
• Work with administration to manage and monitor project budget and internal cost control and create appropriate billings compliant with contractual agreement. 
• Monitor and identify changes in project scope, schedule or service that result in supplemental or additional services and bring such changes to the immediate attention of the client, principal and administration. 
• Supervise one or more employees on project(s) including weekly review of timecards for conformance with the project budget. 
• Schedule and co-chair all client meetings.  Record minutes and document action items. 
•  Organize and chair regular in-house project meetings and provide regular progress reports to principal and other relevant personnel. 
• Reconcile the goals and priorities of the firm with those of our client while fostering opportunities for design and technical excellence. 

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in architectural design
• Demonstrated experience in Project Management specific to ground-up with an emphasis on residential and hospitality design
• Proven ability to develop a project schedule and design budget and monitor the design and construction documentation process throughout the life of the project.
• Experience leading a team
• Excellent design skills from the conceptual to the detailed
• A keen eye for detail both custom and standard
• Outstanding communication ability with clients, contractors & co-workers
• Knowledge of ArchiCad, Adobe Suite or ArchiOffice a plus but not required.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship and must already possess long-term work authorization.