EDUCATION PROJECT MANAGER / PROJECT ARCHITECT

We’re looking for friendly, ambitious, sharp-minded designers ready to grow professionally and share their knowledge and experience. As a member of the dsk team, you will interact with clients, conduct site visits, grow new skill sets (or polish existing ones), and see your work realized in construction - all with the support and guidance from our seasoned staff., We are seeking an individual to manage projects predominantly in our education division. dsk is lucky to have a steady staff, and we prefer to keep team members on projects from start-to-finish for consistency. The PM/PA will lead the team, produce quality contract documents, and be the point-of-contact between the client and various approval agencies, all while acting as the guidance navigator with the help of the Job Captain to complete projects within budget and on schedule.

• License Preferred, not required
• 7+ years in-office experience post college
• Robust knowledge in developing quality Construction Documents for public bid projects
• Savvy software skills (Autodesk, Bluebeam, Adobe, Microsoft Office, and Construction Administration software)
• Must be willing to travel to attend site meetings and presentations

• We will not be able to sponsor work-related visas.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills with excellent organizational skills

• Strong knowledge of building codes, other building regulations, and experience with regulatory agencies

• DSA experience strongly preferred

• Strong technical and design skills, experience with various building systems

• Experience with consultant coordination and in-house staff mentorship/oversight

• Experience with presentations to clients and the public

• Professional Revit experience required

dsk is committed to providing a great work environment and good work-life balance including a hybrid work schedule. Our office is bright with ergonomic electric sit/stand desks and 40-inch 4K monitors for optimal drawing viewing. We offer Fridays as optional remote workdays contingent on project meetings and site visits. In addition to 15 PTO days + 7 Holidays a year, our compressed work schedule affords 12 extra days off a year, allowing for more 3- and 4- day weekends without even touching your PTO. We offer a competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications. Benefits include the following:

• Salary - 90,000 - 120,000 (based on experience and qualifications)

• Insurance - medical, dental, vision, and company-provided life

• Pre-tax spending accounts - flexible spending (FSA) and commuter benefits

• Retirement - 401k with company contributions, company-funded pension

• Professional development - annual continuing education/licensure stipend

dsk architects was established in 2006 with a focus on education and healthcare. In 2020, we added commercial interiors to our services. With 36 staff members, including 12 licensed architects, shared among our Oakland, San Francisco, San Luis Obispo, and Los Angeles offices, dsk architects offers the camaraderie of a small studio with the benefits and resources of an established mid-size firm.