Architectural Associate I - Citywide (5265) - (W00003)

City & County of San Francisco (CA) • San Francisco, CA

377d • $123,552 - $150,150

About The Position

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco. As an Architectural Associate I, your duties may include but are not limited to the following: preparing and supervising the preparation of preliminary plans and detailed drawings for a wide variety of complex construction, conversion and repair projects; developing finished designs of ordinary projects and portions of designs for highly complex projects; analyzing and interpreting data, sketches and designs; preparing and reviewing contract specifications; making field observations of projects under construction; coordinating and reviewing quantity and cost estimates; and assisting in the development and advancement of junior or supporting team members.

Requirements

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Architecture or an architecture related field such as Environmental Design or Interior Architecture, or a professional degree in Architecture (Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture) from an accredited college or university.
• Four (4) years of progressively responsible experience in the architectural field including architectural design, architectural detailing, construction documents, programming, preliminary cost budgeting, specification coordination and review, construction administration, and field observation of architectural construction projects, all under the direction of a licensed architect. One (1) year must have been served as a job captain, project lead, or in some role of increased responsibility and supervision on a project.
• Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and supervises the preparation of preliminary plans and detailed drawings for a wide variety of complex construction, conversion and repair projects.
• Develops finished designs of ordinary projects and portions of designs for highly complex projects.
• Analyzes and interprets data, sketches and designs and provides technical assistance to architectural drafting personnel engaged in such work.
• Prepares and reviews contract specifications for various projects; coordinates design activities with those responsible for the structural, mechanical and electrical design phases of such projects.
• Makes field observations of projects under construction to ensure compliance with contract documents; takes field measurements, documents existing conditions and incorporates data provided by other professionals, such as surveyors and geotechnical engineers.
• Makes, coordinates, and reviews quantity and cost estimates; checks construction submittals to determine if contract specifications are complied with.
• May be required to perform duties in connection with the architectural phases of interior design and construction management; when appropriate applies critical path method techniques to such work.
• Assists in the development and advancement of junior or supporting team members.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary range: $123,552 - $150,150 annually (Effective January 4, 2025)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Environmental Quality Programs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees