Walker Warner Architects is an award-winning San Francisco firm with a staff of 70+ 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 LinkedIn or Instagram at @walkerwarnerarchitects.
This position is based out of the San Francisco office and open to a hybrid schedule once onboarding and orientation is complete.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead the development of the design, working in collaboration with the clients, Principal and other members of internal and external teams
Act as the primary contact for all client communication; maintaining constant, proactive communication on schedule, budget, costs and general project status
Lead and oversee the development of all details and coordination with project consultants & contractors
Lead and develop junior team members in the production, organization and coordination of the BIM model and drawing sets as required for presentations, agency approvals and construction
Coach and mentor junior staff, share information and lessons learned to increase the firm’s common knowledge
Develop and track project delivery plan, staffing, budget and schedule
Research and specify materials, products and systems
Attend job site meetings, oversee RFI responses, submittals and shop drawing review during Construction Administration
Act as a champion for office standards (Quality Assurance and Quality Control) with regular participation and willingness to engage in office programs
Other duties as assigned and required of the project and or firm
Compensation and Benefits
Walker Warner Architects 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 2024 hiring base annual salary range for this position is $132,000 - $150,000. 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 and cover letter with indication of the role to which you are applying. 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.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].
Diversity
Walker Warner is an eVerify 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
Qualifications
Accredited degree in architecture
Ten or more years of related professional experience, including extensive design, technical and project management
California State Architect’s license preferred
Thorough knowledge of technical issues, design and techniques in Type V construction
Experience on high-end custom residential, hospitality, and workplace projects
Demonstrated 3D modeling/BIM proficiency (ArchiCAD preferred, but not required)
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and develop team members
Excellent verbal, written and graphic communication skills
Walker Warner is a full service architectural firm specializing in custom residential and estate design, as well as winery, commercial office and recreation club design in the Western United States and Hawaii. Founded in 1989 by Brooks Walker and Greg Warner, today the firm is led by Brooks and Greg in collaboration with principals Mike McCabe and Kathy Scott. We pride ourselves on creating meaningful architectural works, as well as continuously evolving and challenging our design capabilities. Our rigorous design approach ensures that every project receives the highest level of attention and service with each principal playing an active role in shaping the design direction.
Our process-driven approach creates a collaborative studio environment that leverages the strengths of each team member, drawing upon years of collective expertise and knowledge. Together, our principals, along with our seasoned project managers and architectural staff, form deeply creative and effective solutions to the toughest challenges. Our collaborative process guarantees we develop an appropriate design aesthetic for each architectural work that perfectly matches the unique attributes of the projec...t and site. We also believe in developing close relationships with our clients, who are highly engaged throughout the design process, often becoming integral to our team.