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Project Architect

NBBJ LP

San Francisco, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$115,000–$140,000 Per Year
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
30+ days ago

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The role at a glance:
 
NBBJ's California studio is seeking a Project Architect with experience in the design, documentation and planning of complex projects at various scales including large-scale hospitals and ambulatory care centers. This is an opportunity to join a fully integrated design studio where a diverse group of technical architects, interior designers, medical planners collaborate as a team from concept design through construction. This opportunity is available in our San Francisco, Los Angeles or San Diego office. 
 
In your new role, you will:
  • Support the technical design and documentation of projects at various scales, focusing on healthcare environments, from large hospitals to complex department renovations
  • Develop and finalize documents to ensure compliance with building codes, life safety standards, FGI guidelines, with a focus on technical accuracy and regulatory adherence
  • Coordinate with interior, MEP, and structural disciplines throughout the design and documentation phases
  • Lead small teams on a variety of project scales
  • Collaborate with Architects, Interior Designers, and Project Managers from Concept Design through Construction Administration

What you will need to succeed:

  • 8-12 years of experience in architectural design and documentation, preferably in complex healthcare or institutional projects. Demonstrated excellence in design and innovation
  • Experience in projects from design development through construction administration.
  • Strong verbal and graphic communication skills, effective client relationship skills, and talent for working with diverse teams of designers and consultants in a collaborative environment.
  • Experience with interior documentation and detailing, including casework detailing.
  • Demonstrated experience working on HCAI 1/OSHPD 1 projects in California 
  • Strong Revit proficiency
  • Professional Licensure or progress toward licensure is encouraged.LEED Accreditation, encouraged
  • Familiarity with LEAN Concepts, encouraged
This role requires the individual to be based in the United States. 
 
Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience. The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between:
  • San Francisco: $115,000 - $140,000
  • Los Angeles: $110,000 - $135,000
  • San Diego: $110,000 - $135,000

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