Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Affordable Housing, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Architectural Services, AutoCAD, Building Codes, Building Regulations, Building Systems, Communication Skills, Community Support, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Document Set, Documentation, Early Childhood Education, Environmental Design, Green Business, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Design, Project/Program Coordination, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Research Skills, Schematics, SketchUp, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Writing Skills
About the Opportunity:
We are a nationally recognized architecture and design practice dedicated to creating meaningful, community-focused environments. Our work centers on two primary areas:
Affordable and supportive multi-family housing that serves low-income families, seniors, individuals with disabilities, transitional-aged youth, and those experiencing homelessness.
Civic, cultural, educational, and faith-based facilities that enrich communities through thoughtful, human-centered design.
Our collaborative team of design professionals is known for delivering sustainable, mission-driven projects that positively impact the communities they serve. We foster a studio culture that values creativity, technical excellence, social responsibility, and professional growth.
Current Project Portfolio:
- Our active projects include a diverse mix of housing, community, educational, and institutional developments, such as:
- Affordable and supportive housing communities for families and seniors
- Multi-family residential developments throughout the Bay Area
- Community centers and early childhood education facilities
- Renovations and improvements to cultural and faith-based facilities
- Mixed-use developments that integrate community-serving spaces
- This position will contribute to a variety of projects from design development through construction administration.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and coordinate architectural design and construction documentation.
- Prepare and manage comprehensive drawing sets and project deliverables.
- Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
- Participate in design development, detailing, and technical coordination.
- Conduct code research and ensure compliance with applicable building regulations.
- Support project delivery through construction administration activities.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior team members.
- Contribute to sustainable and resource-efficient design solutions.
Qualifications:
- Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- Strong design, presentation, and communication skills.
- Extensive experience preparing and coordinating construction documents.
- Solid understanding of building systems, construction methods, and detailing.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp; experience with Photoshop and InDesign is a plus.
- Familiarity with building codes, ADA requirements, energy compliance standards, and sustainable design practices.
- Experience with Type I, III, and/or V construction.
- Previous experience on multi-family residential, civic, institutional, or community-focused projects from Schematic Design through Construction Administration.
- Ability to effectively lead, mentor, and coordinate project teams.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Collaborative mindset, strong organizational abilities, and passion for quality design.
What We Offer:
- Opportunities to contribute meaningfully to impactful community-focused projects.
- Direct exposure to clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders.
- Mentorship from experienced design and project leadership professionals.
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
- Healthy work-life balance and flexible, supportive work environment.
- Collaborative, non-hierarchical studio culture.
- Ongoing professional development and continuing education opportunities.
- A workplace that values creativity, curiosity, and purpose-driven design.