Project Manager/Designer

Horst Architects Employer:
Laguna Beach, CA, USLocation:
Tue, Jul 16 '24Posted on:
Full-timeType:

Orange County architecture firm specializing in contemporary, high-end, custom residential projects looking for a highly-motivated, creative, and versatile Project Manager/Designer to aid in responsibilities across all phases of the design and construction process.

Responsibilities would include:

• Produce accurate and thorough working drawings with minimal guidance
• Able to manage a project from concept to construction in considering budgets, scope, scale, schedules
• Create and maintain 3-D models
• Generate renderings/exhibits of design intention
• Carry projects through city submittals and agency approval procedures
• Interpret zoning, life-safety requirements, and code standards into viable design solutions
• Develop design sketches, layouts, and details through various mediums and software
• Organize and guide project meetings with consultants, clients, manufacturers, etc.
• Perform construction administration duties and maintain on-site progress with attention to shop drawings, schedules, submittals, and change orders
• Facilitate key project decisions between construction team and ownership
• Implementing client and consultant feedback into design documentation
• Perform code, product, and material research
• Coordinate design intent and documentation with other disciplines, trades, and contractors
• Lead communication with vendors/material representatives

Ideal candidate would possess:

• 5+ years relevant experience in the architectural field
• Exceptional creative design capabilities
• Thorough experience drafting plans and elevations with minimal supervision
• Degree in architecture
• Strong graphic, written, and verbal communication
• Proficient knowledge in AutoCAD, Sketch-Up, Photoshop, Revit, and other rendering software
• Experience in residential design and/or knowledge of Laguna Beach building codes is beneficial
• Strong personal initiative and ability to work independently
• Reliable interpersonal skills
• Proven time management traits

Please forward resume, cover letter, work samples, references, and link to portfolio to [email protected] with “Project Manager/Designer” in the subject line.