Senior QA/QC Architect

Company: HMC Architects
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: January 28, 2025

Job Description:

HMC Architects is an employee-owned design firm with a desire to make a difference in our communities. As a purpose-driven firm based on values, our mission to design for good drives everything we do. Our ownership culture creates alignment and increased commitment to that mission, keeping us on track to being successful.What We DoFounded with the purpose of anticipating community needs, HMC aims to create designs that have a positive impact, now and into the future. We focus primarily on opportunities to have the most direct contribution to communities-through healthcare, education, and civic spaces.This position is located in Los Angeles, California, requiring 3 days in the office and the ability to work from home on Mondays and Fridays.SummaryThe Senior QA-QC Architect will be responsible for reviewing contract documents in accordance with applicable codes, HMC standards, and industry best practices. Document reviews should identify errors, omissions, inconsistencies, ambiguities, and opportunities where design value can be added. This position will educate staff regarding codes, drawing conventions, architectural detailing, construction practices, and innovative methods or technologies relevant to the design and delivery of architectural projects. Responsibilities include researching and investigating specific topics related to building science innovation and building relationships with industry partners related to construction practices, material innovation, technological innovation, and general architectural practice.Responsibilities

• Self-manage review of multiple projects as assigned
• Maintain familiarity with codes and regulations within HMC's core practices of healthcare, education, and civic; including DSA, OSHPD, contract codes, building codes, OSHA and other related legal requirements of construction; exhibit vigilance in identifying non-compliant conditions in all phases of design and construction
• Provide expert consultation as required
• Lead the education of staff relative to general and specific technical expertise
• Produce training content and collaborate in formulation and implementation of technical development initiatives
• Collaborate in the development of HMC standard architectural guidelines and processes
• Collaborate with project team to ensure the quality of project design and documentation, through all phases of projects
• Regional travel, as needed, to meet with and provide training for staff in HMC offices
• Other duties as assignedQualifications and Requirements
  • Architectural degree from an accredited university or equivalent demonstrated proficiency
  • Active architectural license in the state of California is required
  • Minimum of fifteen (15) years of experience in architectural practice
  • Work in one of HMC's six offices Tuesday through Thursday each week with remote work on Mondays and Fridays; option for additional remote work may be negotiable
  • Preferred candidates will have specialty experience in envelope, specifications, material science, or another related discipline
  • Exemplify HMC values
  • Listen and communicate effectively and professionally
  • Cultivate productive working relationships; foster and promote collaboration with HMC team members, consultants, clients, and other external partners in pursuing common goals and fulfillment of HMC's purpose and mission
  • Demonstrate sound and accurate judgment
  • Exhibit motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challengesThe hourly range for this position is $95,230 to $142,566. The actual offered salary will vary depending on multiple factors including the candidate's qualifications, education, position knowledge, work experience, skills, ability, work location, and internal incumbent compensation for similar roles. The salary range does not include other compensation elements such as discretionary bonus opportunities, employee stock ownership grants, paid time off, medical insurance, and other wage and benefit opportunities.Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers.
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