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Preservation Architecture Job Captain
Position Description
We are currently seeking a Job Captain with 3 to 5 years of professional experience. The position required strong construction documentation and archaic condition assessment knowledge, design capabilities, and is able to participate in permitting and construction administration support.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of, and experience with, the following:
- Understand both exterior and interior condition assessment, treatments, and construction detailing
- Participate in the development of Historic Structure Reports
- Be able to communicate clearly with team members and sub-consultants
- Preparation of construction documents in collaboration with project manager and drafters
- Adhere to CAD drafting standards and protocols
- Experience with building codes and planning processes, design detailing, construction documents, and construction administration
- Ability to develop drawing sets, submittal milestones, basis of design, perform code research
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
- Highly accurate AutoCAD and Revit drafting skills are required
- Prefer candidates that meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional Qualifications Standards for Historical Architect
- Comfort with a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary team work environment
Garavaglia Architecture is committed to providing an environment for growth opportunities to its employees including participation in professional organizations and continuing education. We offer a competitive benefits package and are an Equal Opportunity Employer. The salary range for this position is $65-$75k commensurate with experience.
Company/Organization Description
Garavaglia Architecture, Inc
Innovative perspectives are needed in today’s architectural profession. The arena of work we are responsible for can transcend design, and enters cultural importance. Historic preservation and sustainability engages this realm. Contact us if you are looking to make a difference in our communities, and our world. Garavaglia Architecture Inc. is an award-winning SF-based preservation architecture focusing on historic and older structures. While many of our projects are located in the San Francisco Bay Area, we work throughout California.
Pay Range (Annual): $60,000 – $80,000
Location: San Francisco, CA
Job Type: Full Time
How to Apply
Please email your cover letter, resume, and professional writing samples to patricia@garavaglia.com with “Preservation Architecture Job Captain” as the subject heading.