PROJECT ARCHITECT (SF, LA and St. Louis)

Your design aesthetic is respected and called upon consistently. Your intense passion and borderline obsession for design freaks some people out. Tenacity is your mantra, learning and teaching aren’t mutually exclusive. Relatable? Keep reading.

About the Opportunity

We are currently seeking a Project Architect with a minimum of seven years’ experience. At Blitz, Architects are designers who lead projects from concept design through construction, in collaboration with the project team. They play a critical role in coordinating architectural drawings with particular focus on constructability, code compliance, coordination with external partners, and implementation of the Blitz delivery standards. We are looking for a confident and experienced architect with a track record of exceptional built work, demonstrated professionalism, and excellence in client relationship management.

Our studio is highly collaborative and every team member contributes to project design, project delivery, as well as client care. The ideal candidate is a talented technical designer, highly organized, and has an extensive background in interiors and / or workplace design.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years’ professional experience.

• Licensed Architect in California. Additional jurisdictions a strong plus.

• Expert knowledge of the California Building Code.

• Professional experience and proficiency with Revit.

• Accredited architectural degree (BArch or MArch).

• Experience with tenant improvements and commercial interiors required. Experience with core + shell work a strong plus.

• Demonstrated ability to manage a team and project through entitlements, technical documentation, and CA.

• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously with multiple deadlines.

• Excellent graphic and verbal communication skills.

• Candidates must currently reside in, and have unrestricted authorization to work in, the United States.

• Covid-19 vaccination may be required.

Benefits

• Full-time employees receive four weeks PTO (including the week between Christmas and New Years when the firm is closed).

• Nine paid holiday days.

• Flexible working hours with a 4-day work week option.  

• Distributed work model.

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) with generous matching.

• Strong continuing education support on both a firm-wide and an individual basis.

How to Apply

Email your cover letter, resume, work samples inclusive of rendering samples, and salary requirements in a single document in PDF format to careers@studioblitz.com. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

About Blitz

The Blitz team works hard and we make sure we take time to have fun and keep learning. We support our industry through a variety of events, and enjoy being part of the design and construction community. Blitz is delighted for the attention we get through awards and press, which highlight our workplace, hospitality, bio-tech, retail, higher education, international, and ground-up portfolio. Not to mention, our parties (virtual and in-person) are awesome.

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