Architect 1

About the role

RMW architecture & interiors is an innovative, award-winning firm based in San Francisco, CA. Our mission is to design engaging workplaces for great companies. We are currently experiencing exciting growth and are seeking an Architect 1 to join our San Francisco studio.

Responsibilities

• Creates initial design concepts and documentation and seeks team review.
• Works with team to advance the design into technical documents.
• Communicates with Project Manager/Project Architect on program, design, budget and schedule for timely and appropriate design development.
• Collaborates and communicates with designers and other team members.
• Develops 3D studies, models, drawings and renderings with some oversight.
• Provides guidance to junior staff team on these task types.
• Selects method of drawing and documentation suitable for the project and client type.
• Presents and documents under the guidance of a Project Manager.
• Prepares and participates in developing presentation techniques that communicate the design concept(s) to the internal teams and client.
• Strategizes the content and prepares the framework drawing set during all phases of the project(s) and in coordination with project plan.
• Covers project schedule and budget.
• Researched and implements building code and municipal requirements.
• Obtains data, prepares information required by specifications writer and coordinates preparation of specifications.
• Supervises and initially reviews the quality of work done by the team.
• Enlists technical leads for QAQC full reviews.
• Applies standard RMW best practices, details, and forms.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of design and construction documents.
• Utilizes RMW standard templates, details and forms.
• Researches and validates manufacturers, evaluates and selects materials, finishes, furniture and building systems that align with project goals, including sustainability, accessibility requirements.
• Develops initial concepts to integrate building systems, structure, and technology requirements.
• Coordinates all consultants' work during the design, documentation, and construction administration phases with Project Manager/Project Architect oversight.
• Conducts Construction Administration with site observations, RFIs, and submittals with Project Manager/Project Architect oversight.

Qualifications

• Professional degree or recognized equivalent.
• Experience in design, preparing drawings and project documents and consultant coordination.
• Licensed Architect; additional credentials encouraged.
• 3-7 years of experience including coordinating technical projects, resources, and project consultants.
• Commitment to design excellence and document quality.
• Experience in design development and detailing on a wide variety of project types.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rendering software, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office Suite.

Soft Skills

• Strong follow-through and attention to detail.
• Ability to excel in a creative and collaborative studio environment.
• Strong desire to collaborate and learn from the team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Agility to work across multiple assignments within a team structure.
• Highly effective interpersonal skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Positive attitude with a strong aptitude for learning.
• Able to bring your unique point of view.

Benefits

For consideration, please email your resume and work samples to hr@rmw.com referencing the job title on the email subject. No phone calls, please.

Pay

$72,000 – $78,000/ per year.

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RMW is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.