Project Architect III - Affordable Housing

NAC · Los Angeles, CA · 3 wk ago

Art & CreativeFull-time

Responsible for developing and assembling complete sets of contract documents utilizing Revit and AutoCAD software
Responsible for creating and/or supervising yield studies and test fits for affordable housing projects
Leads team in affordable housing entitlements process with governing authorities
Maintains oversight of construction to ensure conformity with construction drawings and specifications
Reviews and coordinates the work of structural, MEP, lighting, AV, landscape, civil and other consultants
Manages and limits project risks by facilitating project communications and maintaining clear projects
Identifies and corrects problems in time to minimize negative impact on construction costs and project risks
Conducts and documents on-site observations; processes submittals, RFI's, substitution requests, and shop drawings during construction
Interfaces with building and permitting officials during the permitting and construction phases of the project
Oversees the project integrity during all phases of project delivery
Supports the continuity, quality, and intent of design
Interacts with client, contractor, review agencies, as well as engineering and specialty consultants
May participate in firm marketing, proposal writing, and project interviews
May participate in the coordination and document preparation for projects and provide quality assurance via review of project documentation

Strong design sensitivity and ability to contribute collaboratively to the design quality of projects
Excellent understanding of construction techniques and methods
Strong working knowledge of zoning and building codes, CBC Chapter 11B, specifications, building /engineering systems and agency requirements (NFPA, ADAAG, FGI, OBC, IBC etc)
Knowledge of Affordable Housing policies, funding sources and legislative measures
Understanding of how to generate housing yield studies and test fits
Knowledge of affordable housing entitlement process with governing authorities and client
Insight into the entitlements drawings packages for affordable housing
Strong organizational skills, ability to effectively and successfully complete and organize multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining keen attention to detail and keeping detailed records
Ability to communicate, negotiate, and resolve disputes
Effective interpersonal communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to collaborate with team members
Effective verbal communication and presentation techniques
Proficient in Revit required
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suites preferred but not required (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
Proficiency with Sketch Up or Rhino preferred but not required. Lumion, Enscape and V-Ray are a plus

This position operates in a professional open office environment with low to moderate noise levels including collaborative work areas for team meetings.
Each office provides collaborative work areas and shared resources such as video conferencing, printing/scanning, and a café for dining.
Building construction sites may include varying temperatures, wind, dust, and noise levels and may include hazardous and dirty conditions.

Bachelor of Science in Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture degree from an accredited university
Master of Architecture preferred
A minimum of 10 years of experience in architecture practice preferred

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