Architect

Akiva Ai•Long Beach, CA

5d•$105,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

AKIVA is an AI-native engineering firm specializing in enterprise services, domain-specific solutions, and high-performance infrastructure from strategy through deployment. We build innovative systems that drive measurable results for commercial enterprises and government agencies. AKIVA is a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB). Position Overview AKIVA is seeking an Architect to support the VA Long Beach Healthcare System Engineering Service under the Section Chief. The Architect is primarily responsible for site investigations supporting the documentation of campus buildings and all associated utilities, and for the independent planning and execution of assigned tasks — including the accurate documentation of existing structures, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems using AutoCAD and Revit.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of architectural employment, including a minimum of two (2) years of site investigations, preferably in the healthcare field
Knowledge of healthcare design; understanding of fire codes, life safety codes, building codes, barrier-free design, systems, components, cleaning and maintenance concepts, ergonomics, and safety criteria
Knowledge of building systems in commercial and healthcare construction (architectural, structural, civil, landscaping, equipment, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire alarm/fire protection, telecommunications)
Ability to perform site investigations and identify variances between drawings and the built environment for a 100-acre property with 20+ buildings of varying construction and occupancy types
Ability to review and interpret construction drawings and specifications for all disciplines and trades
Skilled in free-form drawing and drawing to scale when on a job site
Minimum 2 years of AutoCAD, 2 years of Revit, and 2 years of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) experience
Effective written and verbal communication with contractors, management officials, vendors, Contracting Officers, and VA Long Beach staff
Must be authorized to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards) registration
Project Management Certification
Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC)
Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) accreditation
Experience with Microsoft Project and Microsoft Teams

Responsibilities

Conduct site investigations and independently create full campus facility architectural and engineering documentation, including utilities, using AutoCAD and Revit for all existing campus buildings
Prepare detailed, scaled AutoCAD and Revit drawings, reflected ceiling plans, and elevations of buildings and utility components; document important notations from site investigations
Analyze architectural drawings and follow a consistent system of AutoCAD and Revit plan layers covering building codes, major equipment, materials, placeholder furnishings, and traffic patterns
Interpret and review provided architectural plans for concurrence with the VA TIL, standards, and specifications
Identify incomplete or inaccurate information; evaluate and recommend solutions to complex interrelated problems; raise concerns to the Section Chief and document resolutions in drawing files
Update drawing files with outside Contractor Companies — uploading AutoCAD and Revit drawings into the outside Contractor's environment, noting departmental changes, and updating functions of space after moves and minor construction
Maintain the Drawing Room and associated plans and project binders; assist in managing archival and original building drawings
Follow working knowledge of ABAAS, VA Barrier Free Design Guide, VA TIL, ICC, OSHA, International Fire Code (IFC), and Life Safety
Identify, develop, and manage projects making improvements to medical facilities and surrounding property (renovations, interior finishes, water distribution, wastewater, storm drains, roads, and pavement)
Coordinate with Contracting, Logistics, EMS, OI&T, Material Management, end users, and Engineering to complete documentation of the entire campus; create and maintain the documentation project schedule