What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Architect position at CAC Architects?
Company Description
CAC Architects has a strong presence in the biotech industry in the Bay Area and ever increasing presence in the semiconductor industry. We specialize in office tenant improvement, biotech labs, healthcare and semiconductor/high-tech projects ranging up to 250,000sqft. With our main focus on life science and campus construction, we have been partnering with leading biotech lab developers, CAC Architects has managed projects across the Bay Area, Southern California, Seattle, and internationally. Known for utilizing advanced Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, CAC Architects ensures precise project execution, effective cost control, and enhanced project visualization, including virtual reality presentations. Our expertise spans healthcare laboratories, cGMP pharmaceutical plants, vivariums, commercial lab facilities, and data centers.
CAC’s extraordinary CAD and Revit standards greatly enhance our ability to create and produce accurate and reliable construction documents. As a standard for all our projects, we fully integrate 3D and virtual reality in all design phases, finish selection and production.
We are looking to hire enthusiastic members to join our team. We feel strongly about serving our clients but also taking care of our employees. We are here to provide growth and a deeper, knowledge of the industry while supporting our employees in every part of your career. Our salaries and bonuses far exceed industry standards and will be commensurate with your experience and work performance.
Role Description
This is a full-time Senior Architect position with 15yrs of commercial architectural experience. The right candidate will bring self-motivation, strong collaborative instincts, and a genuine passion for mentoring. Our flat structure means everyone does production work, so expect a role that balances project management, team collaboration, and hands-on output.
Job Responsibilities
- Directly work with the principal of the firm to develop high-quality designs, drawings and documents during all phases of projects
- Managing small teams and putting together architectural drawings and documents required for all phases of a project, including production
- Oversee and facilitate each project from beginning to end
- Taking the time to supervise and educate junior architects that may more direction
- Effectively communicate with the client, city officials, and team members.
- All staff members produce construction documents, without exception.
Qualifications
- Degree in Architecture or related field
- Minimum 15 years of commercial project experience (residential experience need not apply).
- Strong design skills and willingness to help team members (a must!)
- Proficient presentation skills and ability to communicate effectively with the client and the team
- Self-motivated to efficiently work on multiple projects
- Good knowledge in state, local building codes and accessibility requirements
- Proficient in AutoCAD & Revit
Benefits
- Competitive salaries commensurate to experience
- Health insurance stipend
- 401K retirement plan once vested
- 14 days of paid time off annually
- Bonuses based on performance
Salary : $130,000 - $180,000