Project Architect

ABOUT 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, senior living, 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 view our website: www.hkit.com

POSITION SUMMARY

The position requires a highly motivated, organized and technically minded individual with a minimum of 8-15 years of project architect experience. Candidates must combine technical problem-solving skills with excellent communications skills, and a collaborative approach in working with the client, design team, consultants and contractor.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the design, detailing, research and full documentation on projects, providing expertise across multiple projects.
• Oversees agency approvals.
• Mentors less experienced junior staff
• Act as liaison between project management, other in-house team members, including specifications writer as well as outside consultants.
• May participate in construction administration duties such as:
• Act as a liaison between design team, inspector of record, contractors, client and client’s consultants
• Represent firm at weekly OAC meetings
• Preform on site observations of construction progress and write field reports
• Assist in the review and response to shop drawings, submittals and RFI's, issuing of ASI's, including drawings and specification revisions as required.
• Assist in the review and processing of construction change orders and pay apps.
• Participate in the resolution of construction Issues.
• Make substantial completion observations, prepare punch list of deficiencies and perform other close-out activities.
• Overall quality control in the construction administration

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from an accredited school
• California Licensed Architect required.
• Minimum of 8-15 years of experience.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Excel.
• In-depth understanding of contract documents and specifications, material research & development.
• Experience in conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Able to detail complicated building elements
• Experience with TK–14 public school, affordable and/or senior living construction in California
• Experience with Division of the State Architect.
• Knowledge of Building and Life Safety Codes and Construction Standards.
• Self-motivated, team-oriented, adaptable to a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver’s license and insured personal vehicle required to travel to job sites.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The annual salary range for this role is $100,000 - $130,000. HKIT Architects offers rich benefit offerings for eligible employees including medical, dental & vision insurance, life, LTD & STD insurance, FSA, 401k, and pet benefits.