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Architectural Designer

HPA, Inc.
Oakland, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/26/2026

HPA Architecture in Oakland is a small studio with a big idea. What's the big idea? That we can design beautiful buildings with a fierce dedication to functionality while delivering customer service that is unmatched. We’re looking for a detail-oriented individual to join our design team. 


If you are looking to learn and grow HPA is the place. We have so much more we would love tell you about what we do and we'd love to hear about you and what you are looking for and see if we can grow together.


If these things describe you, please send a cover letter, portfolio and resume.


  • Detail oriented & Organized
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Clear communication
  • Can synthesize information and apply to other situations
  • Comfortable multitasking in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Key Responsibilities:

  • Completing zoning research to determine required setbacks, parking requirements and other design guidelines and requirements
  • Using AutoCAD to prepare site plans from block plan layouts from the design team
  • Preparing color elevations and material boards using Photoshop with design team direction
  • Using AutoCAD to prepare entitlement & construction documents
  • Using AutoCAD to organize and develop typical details and legends for construction documents
  • Assisting the design team during construction site visits and punch walks including preparing punch walk
  • Providing project management assistance using mostly MS Office software during permitting, bidding and construction administration
  • Submitting drawings and documents to various planning and building departments
  • Construction administration including shop drawing review


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Strong Autocad skills
  • PhotoShop & illustrator
  • MS Office including excel and word
  • Revit proficiency is a plus, along with SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and related tools. 
  • Authorized to work in the US


To Apply:

Please email your application package to: oakland@hparchs.com


Job Type: Full Time

Expected hours: 40 hours per week Monday thru Firday

Work Location: In person (Oakland, CA)

Pay: $28/hour

Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, medical, vision, dental benefits, 401K one year after employment date with 4% match, cell phone allowance, Employee Stock Ownership Program vesting begins first day

Salary : $28

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