Technical Designer San Francisco

Even the most creative designs cannot be realized without the technical competence to deliver built solutions in a real-world environment. Huntsmans Technical Designers (Job Captains) excel at actively collaborating in the design process and understanding how materials come together at the detail level, and how these assemblies comprise entire spaces or buildings. Budgets, schedules, code compliance, and constructability all factor into turning a vision into an inspiring and functional interior space. Technical Designers (Job Captains) manage the complex process of developing documents, obtaining agency approvals, and coordinating with expanded project teams. We partner with a host of engineers, specialty consultants, product manufacturers, builders, and other experts to deliver technically complex, cutting-edge solutions that are well designed, buildable, and have lasting value. We are as proud of our reputation for delivering high quality Construction Documents as we are of our inspiring designs.

What You Will Do

Participate during all phases of project delivery and design within project parameters

Collaborate with Project Designers to refine and develop buildable solutions

Develop and coordinate technical documentation, including Construction Documents for a variety of project types

Actively participate in document review and quality assurance / quality control process

Must be available to participate in in-person meetings

Perform in-person field surveys (including code compliance) and evaluate existing interior space (in low-, mid-, and high-rise buildings)

Assist with the research, recommendation, and specification of appropriate materials, finishes, fixtures, equipment, hardware, and other components

Develop reflected ceiling and lighting plans

Incorporate technical requirements including audio / video, acoustics, power, and data systems into the design and documents

Interface (in-person and virtually) with product representatives, fabricators, multidisciplinary consultants, general contractors, and agencies

Assist in the coordination of agency approvals (in-person and virtually)

Assist Project Managers / Project Architects in various construction administration tasks, including in-person jobsite visits

Assist Project Architect in managing small project teams

Other related duties as assigned

Your Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ownership and accountability for project and firm-wide success

Ability to excel in a fast-paced, collaborative team-based environment

Knowledge and experience in all phases of interior design / architectural project delivery, including construction administration

Thorough understanding of interior architectural concepts, spatial relationships, and fundamental knowledge of building systems

Fundamental understanding of detailing, materials, specification, and construction documentation for commercial interiors

Knowledge of state and local building and fire codes related to interior environments, including accessibility is a must

Experience working in a Citrix environment is highly desired

Advanced Autodesk Revit and Enscape skills are a must

Advanced Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) skills are a must

Experience with Mural collaboration platform is highly desired

Office 365, Excel, Word, PowerPoint skills are a must

Hand sketching and conceptual drawing / modeling skills are a plus

Sustainable design experience, with a preference for hands-on LEED and / or WELL project participation

Your Qualifications

Bachelors Degree or higher in Interior Design or Architecture

Minimum 5-8 years of experience working on interior design and / or architectural projects, with a primary focus on design for workplaces, commercial interiors, and tenant improvement projects

Architectural licensure and WELL and / or LEED Accreditation strongly preferred

Candidates must have legal working status in the U.S. as Huntsman will not be sponsoring work visas at this time

Compensation, Benefits, and Perks

Compensation is based on relevant experience and qualifications. Salary for this role is estimated between $85,000 to $105,000 plus benefits

Candidates who apply personally to the Huntsman HR email will be eligible for a signing bonus!

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Opportunity to participate in pre-tax Flexible Spending plans for medical, childcare, and commuter expenses, and 401k

Comprehensive PTO and paid holidays offering

Enrollment in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan after 1 year

How to Apply

If you meet the qualifications, experience, and requirements for this position, please e-mail your cover letter, resume, portfolio, and / or a link to your work in a single PDF (maximum 10 MB) to : hr(at)huntsmanag(dot)com . In your e-mail subject line, please indicate Technical Designer San Francisco.

About the Company

Huntsman Architectural Group is an award-winning architecture and interiors firm dedicated to elevating the human experience by designing places that connect, sustain, and inspire .

We actively engage clients as partners in the design process to explore their unique aspirations and culture, while prioritizing wellness, sustainability, and equity in the built environment. The result is places with meaning.

We believe in the conservation of environmental resources. Our focus is on realizing the potential of existing buildings through revitalization and inspiring interior environments to create lasting value for our clients and communities.

Our services include strategic workplace consulting, interior design, and architecture across a wide array of project types in the commercial, institutional, educational, residential, and other sectors.

The firm was established in 1981 and is a 100% ESOP employee-owned company. Our offices in San Francisco, New York, and Chicago are home to over 60 architects, interior designers, project managers, and support staff who are passionate about their work explorers and innovators who never lose sight of our clients vision. We maintain a fast-paced and fun work environment where team-based success is highly valued.

Huntsman is committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in its design practice, its operations, and in the greater community by improving access for all to the architecture and design profession. We value our employees work-life balance, offering hybrid work (home / office), comprehensive benefits, and paid time off, in addition to competitive salaries. We consider mentoring and continuous learning integral to the long-term professional development of our team members.

Huntsman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We seek talent in every job position that best supports our clients, teams, and workplace. We prohibit discrimination based on race; color; creed; sex; gender (including identity and expression); religion (including dress and grooming practices); marital status; registered domestic partner status; age; national origin or ancestry; physical or mental disability; medical condition; sexual orientation; military and veteran status; caregiver status; political affiliation; or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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