Walker Warner

Designer - Architecture

Architecture - San Francisco, CA - Full Time

Walker Warner is an award-winning San Francisco firm with a staff of 80+ that has completed many residential, winery and hospitality projects in California, Hawaii and other Western states. Our work is tailored to the uniqueness and diversity of each client and place, maintaining a consistent focus on design excellence, thorough project management and superior service. We believe in collaboration, continuous learning and sharing, and actively support candidates on the path to become licensed architects. Our office is friendly and spirited, with regular happy hours, field trips and design-focused presentations. We are conveniently located in SoMa within walking distance of all major transit systems.

For more information about our projects and firm, please visit us on Instagram and LinkedIn. 

This position is based out of the San Francisco office and open to a hybrid schedule once onboarding and orientation is complete.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support project team in development of the design and production, organization, coordination, thoroughness, and accuracy of the virtual building model and all documents in the drawing set
  • Communicate and coordinate with project team members, consultants, and contractors
  • Research code requirements and interface with governmental agencies
  • Research materials, products and systems
  • Work with the project team to produce presentation materials for client and agency presentations
  • Coordinate and participate in project meetings; screen share and navigate BIM model and other exhibits through Zoom, record and issue meeting notes
  • Distribute project deliverables (drawing sets, correspondence, submittals)
  • Implement the established graphic standards of the office
  • Assist with other office-wide tasks that make day-to-day operations of the office possible

Qualifications

  • Accredited degree in architecture
  • Two to four years of related professional experience in design and production
  • Intermediate technical knowledge of Type V construction
  • Demonstrated 3D modeling/BIM proficiency (ArchiCAD preferred, but not required)
  • Excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills

Compensation and Benefits

Walker Warner offers a competitive compensation package including fully paid health benefits for employees, profit sharing, employer 401(k) contribution, generous paid time-off and flexible spending accounts, plus so much more. 

The hiring base annual salary range for this position is $80,000-$95,000. Any offer of compensation will be determined by a candidate’s education, skills, and experience as assessed during the interview process.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter and portfolio samples, with indication of your role on the projects submitted. We will acknowledge receipt of your information, but only candidates being considered for a position will be contacted directly. 

Please no hard copies, drop-ins or telephone calls. Reposting this job description elsewhere is not permitted.

Diversity

Walker Warner is an e-Verify organization.  We value diversity and know that diverse workplaces lead to a culture of innovation and more successful business outcomes. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

COVID-19 Vaccination

We strongly encourage all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19 and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with legal requirements (e.g., for medical and religious reasons.)

Physical Requirements

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
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