Project Architect

STV • Los Angeles, CA

1d • $98,011 - $130,681

About The Position

STV is currently looking for a Project Architect to join our Buildings Group in Los Angeles, CA. Responsibilities: Lead design and development of multiple projects Develops design to ensure project are within functional program, budgetary, environmental and legal requirements Manages multiple projects, through interaction with Consultants, Engineers, and additional personnel to ensure timely completion of these projects Develop design layouts and frameworks for projects, including drawings and specifications, while providing insight and support throughout all stages. Participate in project scheduling, defining scope, budgeting, staffing, and construction administration, while managing change orders effectively. Apply expert knowledge of architectural concepts, codes, and procedures; prepare studies, reports, and technical specifications; and present findings to clients Lead and supervises internal team of design professionals (architects and engineers) through design process Understand, develop, and follow structured work plans to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and design intent. Support management of design progresses including coordination with clients, consultants and with internal team Write clear and concise project narratives, material specifications, and other technical documents essential for project coordination and client presentations. Build and maintain relationships with counterparts, contractors and consultants to develop new business opportunities and ensure satisfaction goals are met. Ensure adherence to firm-wide QA/QC processes and compliance with codes and standards. Conduct research on design, building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements to support informed decision-making and ensure alignment with project goals. Participate in site visits to assess conditions and gather information for design accuracy. Lead and delegate tasks effectively to junior staff and interns and assisting with task completion on multiple projects to meet deadlines. Provide ongoing support to ensure project milestones are achieved.

Requirements

• Professional Architecture Degree.
• 8+ years of related experience.
• Licensure required
• Demonstrated strength of technical knowledge & design sensibility.
• Demonstrated knowledge of 3D modeling & BIM documentation tools, including Revit and the Adobe Suite.
• Demonstrated knowledge of building codes, zoning, jurisdictional processes, building materials, specifications, and construction techniques.
• Demonstrated experience developing CD Sets, including detailing ability and coordination of consultants.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant in the culture of the studio.
• Proficient in Revit
• Capability in AutoCAD and Rhino.
• Skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Experience with Bluebeam and Enscape
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of multiple projects
• Develops design to ensure project are within functional program, budgetary, environmental and legal requirements
• Manages multiple projects, through interaction with Consultants, Engineers, and additional personnel to ensure timely completion of these projects
• Develop design layouts and frameworks for projects, including drawings and specifications, while providing insight and support throughout all stages.
• Participate in project scheduling, defining scope, budgeting, staffing, and construction administration, while managing change orders effectively.
• Apply expert knowledge of architectural concepts, codes, and procedures; prepare studies, reports, and technical specifications; and present findings to clients
• Lead and supervises internal team of design professionals (architects and engineers) through design process
• Understand, develop, and follow structured work plans to ensure projects meet deadlines, budgets, and design intent.
• Support management of design progresses including coordination with clients, consultants and with internal team
• Write clear and concise project narratives, material specifications, and other technical documents essential for project coordination and client presentations.
• Build and maintain relationships with counterparts, contractors and consultants to develop new business opportunities and ensure satisfaction goals are met.
• Ensure adherence to firm-wide QA/QC processes and compliance with codes and standards.
• Conduct research on design, building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements to support informed decision-making and ensure alignment with project goals.
• Participate in site visits to assess conditions and gather information for design accuracy.
• Lead and delegate tasks effectively to junior staff and interns and assisting with task completion on multiple projects to meet deadlines.
• Provide ongoing support to ensure project milestones are achieved.

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level