Experienced Architect 40+ years exp. Licensed in CA NCARB certified

Job Description

Job DescriptionArchitectural Design and Hand-Drawing Expertise

• Mandatory 40+ years experience as a licensed California Architect, NCARB certified
• Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in creating detailed, hand-drawn architectural sketches and renderings, specializing in commercial and high-end residential designs, to produce visually compelling conceptual drawings for client presentations and plan sets.
• Leverage hand-drawing skills to enhance client engagement.
• Integrate hand-drawn designs with digital workflows, ensuring seamless translation into construction documents.

Project Management and Oversight

• Bring 40+ years of experience as a licensed architect, serving as Architect of Record for diverse projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments valued up to $100 million, with a track record of delivering 95% of projects on time and within budget.
• Oversee all project phases, from schematic design to construction administration, designing, stamping, and signing construction documents to ensure compliance with the 2022 California Building Code, ADA standards, and local ordinances.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including structural, MEP, and civil engineers, to streamline project execution, reducing design conflicts by 20% through effective collaboration.

Technical Proficiency

• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and BIM software to complement hand-drawn designs, enhancing drafting efficiency and accuracy for construction documents and 3D models.
• Oversee MEP coordination and structural engineering integration, ensuring seamless incorporation of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and seismic design requirements, achieving a 98% compliance rate with jurisdictional reviews.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, such as AI-driven design tools and parametric modeling, to optimize project workflows and reduce design revision time by 15%.

Client Engagement and Leadership

• Foster strong client relationships through clear communication and tailored design presentations, achieving a 50% increase in client satisfaction scores on past projects.
• Lead design teams of up to 10 architects and designers, mentoring junior staff to enhance their skills in design principles and industry best practices, resulting in a 40% improvement in team performance.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, public hearings, and stakeholder presentations, articulating design vision and securing approvals for complex projects.

Regulatory and Permitting Experience

• Apply extensive knowledge of California’s permitting processes, including navigating and responding to jurisdictional comments on accessibility, and fire safety, expediting permit approvals by 30%.
• Ensure compliance with CBC, Title 24 energy standards, and local zoning regulations, successfully managing permitting for over 1,000 projects across residential and commercial sectors.
• Conduct thorough code research and coordinate with building officials to resolve plan check comments, minimizing revisions and maintaining project schedules.

Compensation:

• $1,000/month for supervision, review, and stamping of construction documents for up to two projects per month.
• $100 per stamped plan sheet for any additional projects beyond the two-project monthly limit.