Licensed Architect

Job Location Visalia, CA

Monday - Thursday: 9 hours / Friday: 4 hours

Responsibilities:

Join our mission to transform education into underserved communities as a key member of our School Architecture team. We are seeking a talented and driven Licensed Architect to lead our education department in the Central Valley. This is your opportunity to make a lasting impact by designing schools that inspire and empower the next generation. At 4Creeks, we value the right cultural fit just as much as specific experience, so if you are passionate about community development and teamwork, we encourage you to apply. Together, lets create spaces where students can thrive.

The ideal candidate will possess excellent leadership qualities, effective communication skills, and a willingness to support staff. Responsibilities for this position would include but not be limited to:

• Will be the Project Lead in developing design and construction documents for bidding and construction on our educational projects.

• Will lead a team of 5-10 staff members and be responsible for their productivity throughout each project. The Project Lead will consistently meet with team members to direct workload and review project timelines/milestones.

• Attendance at on-site construction project meetings will be required and we will interact with both contractors and clients on a regular basis.

• Exhibit entrepreneurial qualities that could support business development.

• Determine the extent of the construction detailing required for various elements of a project and ensure constructability, code compliance, affordability, and aesthetics. Develop these details and support/supervise the team members as they assist in developing needed details by assessing technical adequacy and completeness.

• Perform quality assurance checks on all drawings and documents related to assigned projects.

• Make decisions independently and/or as part of the management team, to adhere to the design concept, project budget, project timelines, and milestones.

• Exhibit excellent administrative and personal time management skills while having the ability to prioritize assigned tasks and delegate efficiently to maintain established project timelines and milestones. The project Manager shall advise the Senior Management team of any deviations to project timelines and milestones.

• Exhibit strong multi-tasking abilities which allow performance of the above responsibilities for multiple projects simultaneously.

• Oversees the training of junior staff and provides mentorship and assistance in solving technical-related project complexities.

• Apply excellent research skills to ensure project code compliance and to fully develop project technical specifications.

• Strong building agency experience: prepare applications, draft responses to agency objections, and define alternate approaches to achieve project approvals.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelors Degree in Architecture from an Accredited College or University
2. 10+ years of relevant work experience under the direct supervision of a Registered Architect
3. 5-7 years of Educational and DSA experience

Compensation

The salary will be determined by the candidates skill and experience level and highly competitive with industry standards. The benefits package includes full employee health coverage (50% coverage for dependents), company 401(k) contribution, and performance bonuses. The expected salary range for this position is $110k-$140k.

About 4Creeks

At 4Creeks Design & Build, we are more than just a Design-Build company; we are a unified team dedicated to delivering excellence from concept to completion. Rooted in Central California, our passion for creating innovative solutions drives us to tackle challenges and transform visions across the region we serve, from California to Colorado and beyond.

Our firm thrives on a collaborative, fun, and challenging work environment, where every team member's value is recognized, and delivering results for our clients is paramount. We believe in the power of collective effort and the unique perspectives each professional brings to the table. Together, we pool our resources, expertise, and creativity to provide comprehensive solutions that change, form, and shape the future of our communities.

As a 100% employee-owned company, we put our people first. Employee ownership creates a unique work environment that will benefit you the first day you walk in the door. You will experience the 4Creeks difference in commitment to quality, a culture of collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of greatness in everything we do. Join us in shaping a new future with a team that is as dedicated to each other as we are to our craft.

How to Apply

For immediate consideration, please apply on our website with your resume and cover letter detailing your background, skills, and experience. Our People Operations Team will contact you promptly for initial interview coordination. If there are any questions, please contact us at joinus@4-creeks.com.

The Other Stuff

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, apply a range of motion within hands and fingers, including sensitivity to touch, and use a computer. The employee frequently is required to talk, hear, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

This position may require occasional field work which requires the ability to work outdoors in a wide variety of weather and terrain conditions.