Architectural Designer III

The Architectural Designer III creates Schematic and architectural drawings. They will develop and manage project designs for a variety of construction projects, including new construction, remodels, renovations and special projects. In addition, the Design Team Associate III will assist with researching project requirements, project planning, project design, and code research. Architectural Designer III will review and determine the accuracy of building dept. comments, making corrections or challenging the comments. They will also manage outside project Architects through ground up construction.

General Job Description

The Architectural Designer III creates Schematic and architectural drawings. They will develop and manage project designs for a variety of construction projects, including new construction, remodels, renovations and special projects. In addition, the Design Team Associate III will assist with researching project requirements, project planning, project design, and code research. Architectural Designer III will review and determine the accuracy of building dept. comments, making corrections or challenging the comments. They will also manage outside project Architects through ground up construction.

Job Roles

• Produces schematic drawings, implements standard specifications, addressing redlines and coordinating work.

• Assist in review of submittals, shop drawings, respond to RFI's, and preparation of instruction documents (OSI's) for any changes to plans or work during construction phase.

• Establish productive working relationships, and deal effectively, and cooperatively with team members, consultants, and government agencies.

• Coordinate projects and drawings with team members and consultants for conflicts and discrepancies.

• Maintains an organized filing system.

• Performs special projects duties, including but not limited to; project research, planning, design, and code research. Performs field measurements to serve as a basis for take-off work or for drawing development.

• Supervision and guidance mainly concern overall objectives, critical issues, and new design concepts or standards.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Certifications/Licenses/Registrations

• B.A. or M.A. Degree in Architecture.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience of Architectural Design

• 3 years of experience of Architectural Design, in an Architectural firm.

• Ability and means to travel as needed in a timely manner within San Diego County. DRIVER REQUIREMENTS: Requires an active Class C California driver's license, proof of liability insurance at $100,000, on vehicle used.

• No more than 2 points in past 12 months; No suspensions in last 2 years for moving violations.

Experience/Specialized skills (including Language)

• Experience in AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Photoshop and Office Suite.

• REVIT Proficient.

• Commercial, Healthcare, OSHPD 3 / HCAI experience is a plus.

• A working knowledge of the latest editions of the CBC.

• Ability to ensure accuracy and completeness and to self-check own work.

• Ability to multi-task, be flexible, and meet changing priorities in a fast-paced, work environment.

• Ability to work closely with other team members, clients, and other consulting disciplines, in a highly collaborative environment.

• Have intermediate organizational skills, attention to detail, time-management skills, and strong motivation to meet deadlines and achieve goals.

• Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.

• Knowledge of City inner workings when permitting and the ability to contest and challenge comments referencing the current building code, and any applicable Municipal Code.