Project Associate - Oakland High Density
About The Position
KTGY is seeking a Project Associate for their Oakland High Density studio. This role is designed to build the foundation of a career by developing fundamental design skills and an effective, collaborative design process. The Project Associate will gain exposure to and support multiple projects in various phases within the studio. This role requires curiosity as the individual develops a personalized work approach aimed at creating groundbreaking designs that positively impact communities. The Oakland High Density studio focuses on context-sensitive density and affordable housing design, exploring innovative technologies and leveraging expertise in codes and allowances for the entitlement phase. They emphasize career growth, guidance, and feedback for all team members.
Requirements
- Knowledge and thoughtful techniques required for urban development.
- Passion for context-sensitive density and affordable housing design.
- Exploration of innovative technologies.
- Expertise in understanding and applying codes and allowances.
- Ability to secure buy-in from neighbors and municipalities.
- Curiosity to develop a personalized work approach.
- Desire to create groundbreaking designs that positively impact communities.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in architecture, interior design, branded environments, or urban design.
- Experience in realizing innovative concepts for how people live.
- Experience in merging vision, research, and people-centric storytelling and design process.
- Experience in transforming possibilities into thriving residential, retail, hospitality, and mixed-use destinations.
Responsibilities
- Absorb the "how" and "why" of a studio's projects and goals.
- Understand project and studio team dynamics.
- Look for opportunities to develop specific expertise.
- Develop an understanding of what matters most in KTGY's design approach.
- Observe client dynamics and listen to project team discussions.
- Support the development of core skills.
- Begin laying the groundwork for professional success.
Benefits
- Flexible healthcare plans
- Company contribution to HSA
- Company-paid dental
- Covered vision care
- Life insurance
- AD&D coverage
- Disability coverage
- 401k matching program (100% vested from day one)
- Professional Development Program for licensure or accreditation
- In-office hybrid work model
- Flexible Alternative Work Week options
- PTO and holidays
- Free unlimited confidential counseling through EAP
- Wellness programs and resources
- Extra perks and benefits for family
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
