Manager, Architecture

Visit our website to apply: https://www.ballastinvestments.com/manager-architecture/

Base Annual Compensation Range: $115,000-$120,000 annually (depending on experience)

Title: Manager, Architecture

Reports to: Senior Manager, Design

Primary Function: Architecture and Design

Status: Full-time, Exempt

Location: San Francisco, CA

Summary

Ballast is seeking a Manager, Architecture to support our rapidly growing team. The Manager, Architecture will be responsible for executing all activities related to apartment building renovation and new apartment projects throughout San Francisco.

The Company provides architecture, engineering, design, and apartment remodeling services to institutional and individual clients. As the Architect and the Builder, the Company provides one seamless process for its clients. With a track record of successfully completing hundreds of high-quality apartment renovation projects, the Company is a preferred contractor in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Company seeks to attract and retain motivated construction professionals who love creating beautiful spaces for residents to live and enjoy the local Bay Area culture.

At Ballast, we are committed to design excellence. We believe in having an environment that encourages bold thinking, skill growth and individual expression. Each member of our team is an expert in his or her field, and together we create elegant residential spaces.

Primary Responsibilities

Design and manage the full process of Fire Alarm Upgrade projects

Manage 3rd party drafting company and ensure speed and quality of drawing production

Collaborate with city officials during entitlement and plan check to ensure efficiency during permit approval process

As-Builts:

Supervise field surveys to create or verify existing conditions drawings and set up CAD files

Schematic Design:

Conduct and assist with building code analysis

Collaborate with the Design Team on the creation of initial floor plan layouts from owner’s program

Conduct with preliminary product research and present layouts to ownership

Design Development:

Supervise the coordination of consulting engineer’s drawings and material selections with guidance from Senior Manager, Design

Building Permit Drawings:

Lead the preparation of permit drawings from initial design sketches utilizing correct permit template

Execute plans, sections, elevations, RCP and schedules as needed

Lead building permit approval process

Bidding/Negotiation:

Lead issuing bid documents to Construction Management team

Attend bid walks as required and respond to questions from bidders

Construction Documents and Administration Phases:

Issue construction documents to Construction Management team

Respond to RFIs as required by Construction Management team in regard to permit documents and code compliance

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

Bachelors or master’s degree in Architecture or related field of study

Minimum 3-5 years of experience working on apartment buildings or multi-family projects

Strong AutoCAD experience is preferred

Experience with San Francisco building permit process is preferred

Fire Alarm System design experience is preferred

Key Skills and Competencies

Must be a good communicator (written and oral) and must be able to maintain effective documentation

Capability to think critically, solve problems logically and make well-reasoned business decisions

Knowledge of laws and standards that apply to architecture such as local and state building codes

Knowledge of Fair Housing Laws, Landlord-Tenant Law and experience with projects in rent-controlled buildings are a plus

Excellent personal leadership skills and proven ability to build, develop and motivate teams

Proactive, well-organized and results-oriented with the ability to lead and participate in multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Solid organizational skills including attention to details and multitasking capability

Exercise significant independent judgement, initiative, responsibility, and accountability

Strong working knowledge of AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel

Ballast is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Halyard is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.