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570 10th Street, Suite 201
Oakland, CA 94607
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Company Description
Shah Kawasaki Architect is a public sector firm in Oakland, CA focused on improving our community. The 21-person company values career development fosters a supportive office environment and builds collaborative relationships with clients. SKA is one of the Bay Area’s leading design firms with an excellent reputation for projects that are sustainable and integral to our communities — from visitor centers, community centers, and fire stations; to educational, workplace and other civic buildings.
Role Description
This is a full-time position as a construction administrator and technical resource. The successful applicant will be part of the project team during the designs development and will be responsible as the construction administrator to represent the team during construction. Project(s) could vary in size from $20 million to $40 million.
Qualifications
· Over 10 years of professional experience including CA on a $20+ million project.
· Professional Degree in Architecture
· Licensed Architect
· Knowledge of building codes and regulations
· Knowledge of construction practices and technical detailing
· Ability to prepare Revit drawings required during construction.
· Ability to interface with Owner and Contractor
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively
· Willingness to help others
· Willingness to be a technical resource to younger architects
Shah Kawasaki Architects is in Oakland’s Old Town one block from 12th Street BART station. We offer health and dental insurance, 401(K) match, profit sharing, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and support continuing education. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated. We have a hybrid work environment and are currently in the office 3 days/week.
To apply, please email your resume, portfolio examples, and a cover letter with “Construction Administrator / Technical Resource” in the subject line, to Architect@skarc.com. US citizens or green card holders only please. Qualified applicants will be contacted.
Company Description
Shah Kawasaki Architect is a public sector firm located in Oakland, CA, dedicated to enhancing our community. Our 18-person team values career development, fosters a supportive office environment, and builds collaborative relationships with clients. SKA is recognized as one of the Bay Area’s leading design firms, with an excellent reputation for delivering sustainable projects that are vital to our communities. Our work includes visitor centers, community centers, fire stations, educational facilities, workplaces, and other civic buildings.
Role Description
We are seeking a full-time Project Architect responsible for the preparation and quality of construction documents, leading the consultant team, coordinating with contractors, and overseeing project schedules. Projects range in size from $1 million to $20 million. Our project teams tend to be small, allowing our Project Architects to employ a wide range of skillsets, ushering projects from initial concepts through construction.
Qualifications
· 6-12 years of broad professional experience.
· Professional Degree in Architecture
· Licensed Architect or has begun the process
· Knowledge of building codes and regulations
· Solid Revit Skills
· Construction Administration experience a plus
· Self-motivated and proactive in seeking advice and mentorship
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Shah Kawasaki Architects is in Oakland’s Old Town one block from 12th Street BART station. We offer health and dental insurance, 401(K) match, profit sharing, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays and support continuing education for licensure and LEED. All employees are required to be fully vaccinated. We have a hybrid work environment.
To apply, please email your resume, portfolio examples, and a cover letter with “Project Architect” in the subject line, to Architect@skarc.com. US citizens or green card holders only please. Qualified applicants will be contacted.