Senior Architect - San Francisco Studio

Position Summary SvN Architects + Planners•San Francisco, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

SvN Architects + Planners is looking for Revit-capable Senior Architects with experience in multi-residential and/or mixed-use design for a number of unique interdisciplinary projects. This position is both design and technically focused, requiring an individual who can synthesize strong design intent with technical resolution. SvN is a multidisciplinary, regenerative design practice comprising a diverse team of architects, urban planners, urban designers and landscape architects. Since our inception over 40 years ago, we continue to shape the built environment in regions, cities, and towns across North America and worldwide for the betterment of people and planet. SvN currently operates in studios in Toronto, Vancouver, and Mexico City, and has a newly established practice in San Francisco. SvN is part of the 10N collective of urbanism, architecture, and design experts brought together by Egis Group. The anticipated focus of this role over the next year horizon is Transit Oriented Development Design. In this role, the mission would be to lead a small team of architects and planners in delivering an innovative development concept, integrated with rapid transit, successfully coordinate with internal and external counterparts and stakeholders, and contribute to project framework development. As a senior team member, part of the role would be managing and mentoring younger team members. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who can work independently in a hybrid setting while collaborating effectively with a Vancouver-based team. Critical thinking is at the core of our approach to design. We encourage design input at all levels and are looking for candidates who will invest in projects with the same passion that we bring to our work.

Requirements

10+ years of experience
Experience in leading early phases of design for mixed-use projects
Solid technical understanding of building construction including experience in high-rise mixed-use buildings
Exceptional design, communication, organization and interpersonal skills
Strong project management skills
Experience in Revit
Listen First – Listen without dogma to the project team to understand: project context, clients, design ambitions, budget, etc.
Think Critically
Be Human - Respect is universal. We are thoughtful at all times. We are all connected
Finish Strong - The last minute is as important as the first
Exceptional design skills – generating creative and innovative solutions to problems
Excellent leadership and organizational skills including planning, organizing, and scheduling in an efficient, productive manner with a focus on key priorities
Attention to detail
Enthusiastic and passionate about the work
Effective communicator: articulate and patient

Nice To Haves

Experience in infrastructure or public projects an asset
Experience in multiple typologies an asset

Responsibilities

Lead a small team of architects and planners in delivering an innovative development concept, integrated with rapid transit
Successfully coordinate with internal and external counterparts and stakeholders
Contribute to project framework development
Managing and mentoring younger team members