Architectural Designer/ Job Captain

Family Health Centers of San Diego, Inc.•San Diego, CA

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About The Position

Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD) is passionate about providing exceptional health care to all, especially underserved communities with limited health care options. Founded by a Latina grandmother/community advocate over 50 years ago in Barrio Logan, FHCSD has grown into one of the largest community health systems in the country. With over 90 sites, over 227,000 patients, and over 1.1 million healthcare visits last year, we provide a wide variety of health care and outreach services to a very diverse patient population. We are proud of our mission, our lasting community impact, and the cultural and individual diversity of our staff. Job Roles With input from the Project Manager and/or Architect, responsible for the design and technical development of project construction documents through all phases of the design process. Assist in organizing and maintaining QA/QC of technical documentation process through all phases. Provide oversight to project team on delegated tasks and work in collaboration with project team. Review, track, and address design team member's and Consultants on day-to-day questions or issues related to drawing coordination, organization and detailing. Provide information, development support and training to team members through office training processes and procedures designed to expand and enhance skills of other team members. Participate in on-site meetings, review submittals, respond to RFIs, and execute punch walks. Prepare design presentations and renderings when needed. Collaborate and coordinate with project consultants to include outside Architecture firms, Structural, MEP and Civil Engineers. Research and evaluate materials and products, and/or consult with manufacturers on installation details and warranty information. Research jurisdictional requirements, i.e., applicable codes, submittal/plan check processes. Identify and prepare necessary applications, documentation, and plans for the permitting process. May independently research unfamiliar code sections and construction details. Ensure quality and timely completion of design projects are conducted through prior planning and communicating with project team to ensure productivity is proceeding in a timely manner. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Interior Design preferred.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the skills, knowledge and ability to perform the essential job duties, and which meets any required state or federal certification requirements.
Traveling between sites and other locations is required as an essential function of the job. Must have a car, a valid California driver's license, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver's license within ten days of establishing residency. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
5 - 7 years of experience drafting at an Architectural and/or Engineering firm.
Working experience and proficiency with AutoCad and Revit.
Demonstrated and strong design and graphic skills.
Knowledge of commonly used architectural concepts, practices and procedures.
Knowledge of architectural detailing.
Knowledge of building codes, applicable OSHPD and other Healthcare related design requirements to include construction materials and methods, and graphic standards.
Demonstrated experience with the permitting process.
Ability to undertake and handle multiple tasks, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Must be detail oriented, with the ability to be flexible in a changing environment.
Ability to be resourceful to include bringing and sharing new ideas.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the design and technical development of project construction documents through all phases of the design process.
Assist in organizing and maintaining QA/QC of technical documentation process through all phases.
Provide oversight to project team on delegated tasks and work in collaboration with project team.
Review, track, and address design team member's and Consultants on day-to-day questions or issues related to drawing coordination, organization and detailing.
Provide information, development support and training to team members through office training processes and procedures designed to expand and enhance skills of other team members.
Participate in on-site meetings, review submittals, respond to RFIs, and execute punch walks.
Prepare design presentations and renderings when needed.
Collaborate and coordinate with project consultants to include outside Architecture firms, Structural, MEP and Civil Engineers.
Research and evaluate materials and products, and/or consult with manufacturers on installation details and warranty information.
Research jurisdictional requirements, i.e., applicable codes, submittal/plan check processes.
Identify and prepare necessary applications, documentation, and plans for the permitting process.
May independently research unfamiliar code sections and construction details.
Ensure quality and timely completion of design projects are conducted through prior planning and communicating with project team to ensure productivity is proceeding in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.