Architectural Planner
This position is on-site only, remote work not available.
We are currently looking to fill a Planner position here at RKAA Architects. You will be tasked with various projects that involve site plan development, entitlements and land use applications to name a few.
As a Planner, you will be responsible for engaging with city officials, as necessary, to handle variances, re-zoning cases and anything else that may fall under the entitlements phase of a project.
Responsibilities :
- You will be tasked with creating site plans from aerial images / parcel dimensions
- You will be designing preliminary building elevations for design development drawings
- You will be meeting with city staff and handling all site entitlement work for the project, including but not limited to : pre-application, rezoning applications, use permits, site planning and design review submittals
Salary :
Your compensation will be based on your past experience and what you can bring to the table
Benefits :
- Quarterly / year-end bonuses based on RKAA’s current market performance
- Simple IRA, medical / dental / vision insurance, vacation, PTO & paid holidays
Requirements :
- A professional demeanor, as you will be interacting with clients on a daily basis
- A general knowledge of zoning ordinances, building uses and ADA requirements, since you will be creating site plans and designing buildings during the initial design phase
- A high proficiency in AutoCAD and Photoshop, as those are the tools you will be using for designing the site plans and modifying / coloring the building elevations
- A minimum of 1-2 years in the planning and zoning field
- A minimum of 2-3 years of CAD use and knowledge
- Must be able to succeed in a fast-paced office environment, as our project types and clients mandate a very short time-frame for production
The firm offers plenty of opportunities for individual development within RKAA and thus, you will be sharing in the rewards of the growth as a company.