Description

Who we are:

Aro Homes is a thriving, purpose-driven company on a mission to redefine residential construction. Aro Homes was founded to create well designed, precision engineered homes that are beautiful, livable, and durable, while being built multiple times faster and having a positive impact on the environment. 

We are a diverse and experienced group of passionate and curious designers, builders, engineers, product developers, and businesspeople who are passionate about and committed to delivering on our mission. We’ve demonstrated there is a massive opportunity to reduce waste and improve sustainability while building homes in a fraction of the time it takes traditionally. We utilize a repeatable, multi-disciplinary, and product-driven approach which is unique in the industry. We are funded by world-class investors who care about transforming industries for the better, including Eric Schmidt’s Innovation Endeavors. If you share the desire to leave a lasting positive impact on the world and to join a strong culture of intelligent, passionate people, then let’s start a conversation.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Development Manager and work with Local Authorities Having Jurisdiction and their requirements to quickly compile and submit building permit packages.
• Support the development of a scalable system to manage permitting and revision process for multiple projects in multiple jurisdictions simultaneously.
• Perform coordination of the product and any new material/design changes with all disciplines to ensure smooth implementation with the product.
• Coordinate Aro product documentation with design consultants’ work such as Civil, Landscape and other 3rd party consultants to create project specific drawing packages.
• Support the review of site test fits plans against local zoning codes for potential property acquisition.
• Create technical drawing packages that express exact installation procedures, such as shop drawings and field installation drawings.
• Develop and manage technical product documentation needed by the Design, Manufacturing, and Site Operations teams.
• Understand Master Format CSI Categories and Architectural Specifications.
• Work in Revit at a high level and ability learn new software tools quickly.
• Develop a deep understanding of all aspects of the product and assembly process to help wherever needed.
• Track and manage product RFI’s, red-lines and design feedback from the manufacturing and site operations teams, across various documentation types, such as permit documents, shop drawings, product installation literature, etc. 
• Work with Design, Manufacturing and Procurement to develop product configurations and material and finish palettes.
• Work with Aro’s procurement team and 3rd party subcontractors and vendors on material identification, ordering, and part numbering.
• Work with Aro’s Manufacturing team, Site Ops team, partner GC and subcontractors to quickly answer RFI’s and possible substitution or deviation requests.
• Focus on Quality across processes, design models, product data and specifications, and documentation.

Candidate Requirements and Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years' experience in architecture: entitlements, design, permitting, and construction management.
• Master's degree in architecture or equivalent.
• Experience with BIM systems, Revit, AutoCAD, BIM 360 Cloud environment and other similar tools.
• Experience with Bluebeam for PDF reviews and drawings set compilation. 
• Willingness to learn new product and project delivery methods and software platforms.
• Willingness to jump in and provide support across the company outside of domain expertise.
• Onsite construction experience a plus.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join an outstanding start-up team and grow a purpose–driven company from the ground up.
• Competitive salary package.
• Medical/dental/vision benefits.
• Equity in the company.

At Aro Homes, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to fill out an application, please do not hesitate to let us know at people@aro.homes. If you’re excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.