Som

Technical Architect

San Francisco · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$100k-$140kDetected 30 days ago

Code ReviewProject ManagementAutoCADResearchLeadershipCommunicationRevit

About the role

The Technical Designer is responsible for the technical innovation, integration, documentation, and execution of the architectural and engineering design intent in conformance with the established scope of work, program, and budget objectives.
Together with the Senior Designer, Project Manager, and/or Project Architect, the Technical Designer is the day-to-day co-leader of the project in all project phases, with significant responsibilities in the Design Development through Construction Administration phases.
The Technical Designer leads code review and analysis, material and systems research, specifications coordination, and construction documentation.

Integrates criteria and input from all disciplines into design solutions.
Communicates and maintains standards of quality for documentation products for the full internal and external team. Leads the implementation of the Quality Management System for assigned projects.
Leads the research, review, and analysis of applicable codes. Provides code parameters and restrictions early in the design process.
Proposes and assesses construction and building systems.
Where a Project Architect is not present, collaborates with the SOM High Performance Design Group in tracking energy, water, and carbon use intensities on a project and provides documentation for AIA 2030 reporting.
Leads design and construction documentation including but not limited to vignettes, animations, drawings and specifications. Construction documentation should be consistent with firm standards for the publication and presentation of work.
Develops, coordinates, and reviews the technical specifications for the project.
Fosters positive relationships with clients and the design community.
Leads the team's construction phase services scope including making periodic site visits to monitor construction progress and identifying areas needing correction and/or modification
and reviewing shop drawings for design intent.

Completion of a professional degree in Architecture or a related field.
Minimum 8 years of experience or equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Demonstrates proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, parametric and rendering software, Adobe Suite, and Google Workspace.
Portfolios must be submitted for all design and project management positions (Architecture, Interiors, City Design, Graphics, etc).

for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $100,000 to $140,000.

Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life & accident insurance
Work/Life Balance: Inquire about our approach to flexible schedules, paid family leave, paid vacation, backup child and elder care, and an employee assistance program
Professional Development: Reimbursement for professional licenses, associated renewals, and exam fees as well as specialized in-house career development
We believe an inclusive environment improves our teams, our firm, and our communities and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Each person can develop and contribute their wealth of attributes, skills and knowledge to support the overall health of the firm.
Compensation for this role is based upon experience, qualifications, location, and education and typically ranges from $100,000 to $140,000.

Our creative, interdisciplinary teams work like small, dynamic studios, with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
At SOM, we are a collective committed to shaping a better future for our clients, communities and planet.
We aspire to create the most sustainable, impactful work through creative, interdisciplinary teams with all the resources and diversity of a global firm.
We value those who are passionate about excellence, innovation, integrity, inclusivity, and collaboration.
Together we can achieve great things.
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Submit portfolios as part of your application in the section where the application asks you for your Resume or CV.

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