Architect

San Francisco, California, United States

• Category: Architectural Engineering

Description

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Role Summary 

We believe the best architecture comes from a synthesis of all the elements that separately 

comprise and inform the character of a building: the structure that holds it up; the services that 

allow it to function; its ecology; the quality of natural light; the symbolism of the form; the 

relationship of the building to the skyline or the streetscape; the way you move through or around 

it; and last but not least its ability to lift the spirits. 

Role Definition 

Job title: Architect 

Reporting to: Partner of the current project on a day-to-day basis and ultimately to the Senior Partner 

Salary: $85000 - $125000 

Location: San Francisco 

Responsibilities 

• Understand the design project 

• Prepare, and develop where required, drawings, models, images and other documents relating 

to the design 

• Assist where required in the co-ordination of the internal design team 

• Take responsibility, where required by the project leader, for specific areas of the design 

and project development 

• Liaise, where appropriate, with members of the external design team and other associated 

organizations or companies 

• Seek, and record evidence of, continuing professional development (CPD) and an annual 

Personal Development Plan (PDP) in accordance with the requirements of the RIBA (or 

equivalent as applicable e.g. AIA, National Council of Architectural Registration Boards 

(NCARB)) 

• Thorough knowledge of and compliance with Foster + Partners procedures and standards 

• Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) is a core priority. To support and champion the 

embedding of this focus as a collective workforce responsibility, EDI should be integrated, 

where relevant, into all workstreams 

• Contribute, or otherwise assist, as required 

Qualities & skills required 

Essential 

• Able to demonstrate ability to undertake the above responsibilities 

• Legally able to work in the country in which the position is based 

• Ability to understand and formulate design decisions and present for discussion 

• Ability to use a variety of media in the development and documentation of a design project 

• Ability to take initiative in response to direction or instruction 

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines efficiently 

• A flexible and open attitude towards new ways of working and commitment to 

independent, lifelong learning 

• Excellent organizational skills 

• Able to manage sensitive and sometimes confidential information 

• Self-motivated and able to take responsibility 

• Able to demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to daily tasks 

• Good interpersonal skills and able to work independently and as part of an effective team 

• Flexible attitude 

• Able to build good relationships at all levels, internally and externally 

• Resilient to cope with conflicting demands, able to priorities duties and work 

effectively under pressure while remaining calm and professional at all times 

Desirable 

• Understanding of the architect's role in the co-ordination and integration of project 

information and management 

• Ability to assist with the management of junior assistant architects on the team 

• Understanding of financial aspects of running a design project on time and on budget 

• Ability to use some of the following: Revit, Escape, Rhinoceros, Photoshop, Illustrator, 

InDesign, MS Office Suite 

This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and 

other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the 

emphasis of duties as required from time to time.  There is a requirement for the post holder to 

recognize this and adopt a flexible approach to work.  Job descriptions will be reviewed 

regularly and where necessary revised in accordance with organizational needs.  Any major 

changes will be discussed with the post holder. 

Company

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Foster + Partners

Foster + Partners is one of the most innovative architecture and integrated design practices in the world. Over past four decades the practice has pioneered a sustainable approach to architecture through a strikingly wide range of work, from urban masterplans, public infrastructure, airports, civic and cultural buildings, offices and workplaces to private houses and product design.

Based in London, with offices worldwide, the practice has an international reputation, with buildings on six continents. Since its inception in 1967 it has received more than 620 awards for excellence and won over 100 national and international competitions.