AC Martin, Inc. is an innovative, award-winning architecture and interior design firm with offices in Los Angeles, Sacramento, the Bay Area, and San Diego. Our work is a mix of Market-Rate Housing, Urban Mixed-Use, Hospitality, Industrial, K-12, Community Colleges, Civic/Government, Higher Education, Planning, and Programming. We foster professional and personal development and offer prospects for career advancement.
POSITION SUMMARY
The ideal candidate is a licensed architect with 20 or more years of experience or equivalent in all technical phases of architecture. You must have a bachelor and/or master’s degree in architecture or equivalent and be licensed in the state of California; additional industry certification is desired (LEED, DBIA, etc.).
The Principal runs the Civic Studio. AC Martin’s Civic Studio has a rich history in shaping the fabric of Los Angeles and has expanded since. The group is dedicated to creating high-performing public environments that serve communities with integrity, resilience, and civic pride.
Notable past projects range from L.A. City Hall, judicial courts such as the Hall of Justice, the New Resources Building, and the DGS Headquarters in Sacramento. It is not the size of the project that impacts the reach of this position. This position encompasses the leadership and market cultivation of projects ranging from renovations and/or new construction of essential facilities (police, fire, EOC) to civic centers and libraries to ground-up courthouses and state buildings.
Judicial experience is highly preferred.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND REQUIREMENTS
Has direct oversight of a market or discipline and establishes and implements goals and objectives.Develops and promotes the studio’s values and long-range plans and goalsPositions the studio for growth and promotes quality of work and profitability within their sector.Must be market-focused and may manage project directors/managers and technical and design staff to complete projects.Operates as the principal in charge or may manage projects and/or clients and hold an external lead role.Participates in external professional organizations.Assists in the business development plans and budgets for the studio.Responsible for staffing and recruiting for the studio to maintain staff utilization and project financial health in coordination with the Managing Principal and COO.Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects including contracts, change orders, invoices, and payments. Prepares strategic plans for project success. Serves as the primary liaison contact with clients to complete projects on schedule, within budget, and with maximum client satisfaction. Actively manages client budgets, schedules, and programs; project communications and documentation; office administrative tasks; and project team assignments. Must utilize and update Deltek for administration of the project. Estimates fees, determines scope of work, and prepares proposals and contracts on the most complex projects. Responsible for contract reviews, consultant contracts, and change orders and ASRs for review with principals. Provides oversight and monitoring of work of less experienced project managers.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer career advancement opportunities and an excellent benefits package which includes:
Alternative work schedule of 40 hours per week based on a 4 ½‐day workweek.Hybrid schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home, and half-day on Fridays.Group medical, dental, and vision plans with HSA and FSA options.Company-paid Life and AD&D coverage.401(k) Savings Plan.Company paid time off and holidays.Paid onsite parking.EEO EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
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POSITION SUMMARY
A Designer II is responsible for developing conceptual design options, developing plans that address programmatic requirements, coordinating with consultants, and producing excellent quality presentation drawings.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Tasks include, but are not limited to:
Exhibits design curiosity and willingness to explore options and translate ideas to concepts.Must be willing to respond to directives and participate in design-focused discussions.Supports client presentations through work product.Ability to conduct research and identify technical problems related to design.Contributes to drawing sets at all phases.Performs assignments under direction with the ability to influence design.May oversee interns.Collaborates with design directors and senior designers.REQUIREMENTS
3 or more years of relevant work experience or equivalent.Bachelor’s degree in architecture or equivalent is required.A high-quality design portfolio and relevant work experience preferred.Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering programs required.Knowledge of requirements for various stages of design including concepts, schematic design, design development, and construction administration.COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We offer career advancement opportunities and an excellent benefits package which includes:
Alternative work schedule of 40 hours per week based on a 4 ½‐day workweekHybrid schedule of 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home, and half-day on FridaysGroup Medical, Dental, and Vision plans with HSA and FSA optionsCompany-paid Life and AD&D coverage401(k) savings plan and company matchEmployee Assistance ProgramCompany paid time off and holidaysPaid monthly parkingEEO EMPLOYER
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, marital status, national origin, disability, or any other consideration made unlawful by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
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