Project Architect/Project Manager (Siegel & Strain Architects)
We are seeking a full-time professional with 10+ years of architectural experience to join Siegel & Strain and lead projects from conceptual design through construction administration. As a member of our team, you will work to advance design and technical excellence in alignment with Siegel & Strain’s values and mission.
About Siegel & Strain Architects (S&S)
Siegel & Strain Architects advances sustainable design through holistic and integrated design thinking, research, collaboration, and the use of forward-looking materials and systems. A mission-driven practice, we are committed to using architecture as a means of improving communities and addressing climate change. Our portfolio includes civic and education projects; local, regional, and national parks; camps and retreat centers; affordable housing; and reuse of existing buildings. We are a woman-owned architectural firm with a staff of 25, located in Emeryville, California. More information about Siegel & Strain can be found at www.siegelstrain.com.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Licensed (or in the process of obtaining a license) Architect in California or NCARB certified
- A degree in architecture from an accredited architecture program
- 10+ years professional experience running/leading projects through all phases
- Strong knowledge of architectural detailing
- Excellent verbal, written and visual communication skills
- Strong communication, teamwork and collaboration skills
- Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, Sketchup, Office, Google and the Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with building renovation, adaptive reuse and housing is a plus
Primary Responsibilities:
- Responsible for managing all aspects of projects, including planning, design, production of construction documents and construction administration
- Manage consultant coordination and project team
- Research and iterate design solutions
- Provide mentorship and technical resources in all phases of design and construction
- Work effectively as both a team member and independently
- Coach and mentor project team staff
- Manage budget, schedule and contracts
Work Style, Hours, Compensation and Benefits:
- We strive to create a healthy work/life balance, a collaborative work environment and a diverse and vibrant work force. We understand the varied work/life challenges of our staff and remain flexible to address individual needs.
- Full-time employment at 40 hours per week
- Typical office hours fall between 8:30 am and 6:00 pm
- Our mandatory in-office workdays are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. All staff have the option of working remotely on Mondays and Fridays
- Salary range is $100,000+, and is based on skills, experience, and internal equity
- Benefits include medical and life insurance, FSA, 401k retirement plan, professional development allowance, licensure bonus, family leave supplement, bereavement leave and commuter benefits
- We offer 15 days of personal time off and nine holidays annually
- Full-time employees can opt for an alternative work week option that allows an 8.5-hour workday in exchange for an additional 15 days off each year
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume and portfolio in pdf format to resume@siegelstrain.com with “Project Architect/Project Manager” in the email subject line. In your cover letter, please address the following questions:
Given your professional and personal goals, why are you interested in working for us?
How do you see yourself contributing to our practice?
We will review applicant materials and contact qualified candidates to schedule a conversation. Our goal is to have a new Project Architect start in early summer. We are unable to respond to phone inquiries.