Production

Job Title: Production Staff

Salary Range: $30 – $38 per hour + Discretionary Bonus

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Functions

As Production Staff, you will support Job Captains, Project Managers, and Managing Principal Architects on K-12 projects of varied scale and complexity. Working under close guidance, you will produce BIM and 2D CAD drawings in line with office standards, help with documentation, research, and drawing coordination, and build a solid base in how educational facilities are designed and delivered. This is an entry-level role for recent architecture graduates who are detail-oriented, eager to learn, and ready to develop their technical skills through hands-on project work and mentorship. The position also supports progress toward licensure through NCARB’s Architectural Experience Program (AXP).

This position is available in the Lake Forest, CA office.

Role Responsibilities

• Provide support and assistance to Job Captains, Project Managers, and Managing Principal Architects on multiple K-12 projects of varying sizes and complexities.
• Complete technical BIM and 2D CAD drawing tasks as directed in a clear and organized manner consistent with office standards.
• Assist on Revit projects, including 3D models, renderings, 2D documentation, and construction phase related documents.
• Receive instruction, guidance, and mentorship from Job Captains, Project Managers, and Managing Principal Architects.
• Assist with coordination between plans, elevations, sections, roofs, details, and specifications.
• Review own drawings to ensure adherence to established specifications and standards.
• Assist with project specifications, compiling and analyzing relevant data.
• Respond to outside consultants, as directed.
• Extract necessary information for existing modernization projects, including as-built drawings, codes, consultant drawings, and field measurements.
• Report regularly and directly to Job Captains, Project Managers, and Managing Principal Architects.
• Track and follow up on communication to team members and consultants as needed.
• General office duties as required and related to the position.

Qualifications - Skills/Experience

• 0 to 3 years of professional experience; internship experience in an architecture office is a plus.
• Working knowledge of Revit, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD, gained through coursework, internships, or prior work.
• Ability to thoroughly review all work for accuracy and completeness before submission.
• Self-motivated; ability to work independently and in a team environment to coordinate and maintain positive working relationships with other design professionals.
• Eager to learn and receptive to feedback, with good listening skills and strong follow-through.
• Excellent graphic, communication, organizational, and collaborative skills.
• General computer proficiency with Windows operating systems.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture preferred.

Working Conditions

• A minimum of 40 hours per week is required.
• Our office is our primary workplace, and Mondays are in-office days for the entire firm. After an initial onboarding period, employees may be eligible to work remotely up to two days per week.
• Works mainly in an office. Occasional field work may involve outdoor weather, heat, cold, dust, noise, and the typical hazards of a construction site.
• Required Hours

M-Th: 8 to 5.

Fri: 8 to 3.

Benefits For Full-Time Employees

• Discretionary Bonus Based on Several Factors
• Three Weeks of Paid Time Off
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance Benefits
• 401(k) Eligibility

Physical Requirements The following are essential functions of this position, performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Stationary Position:Constantly remains in a stationary position, including sitting at a workstation for extended periods of up to 8 hours per day.
• Movement:Occasionally stands, walks, bends, stoops, kneels, and crouches.
• Lifting/Carrying:Occasionally lifts and carries objects such as drawing sets, sample boards, models, and field equipment weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Communication:Frequently communicates with coworkers, clients, consultants, and contractors in person, by phone, and in virtual meetings, and must exchange information accurately.
• Vision:Frequently reviews and interprets drawings, models, and documents on screen and on paper, at close range and at a distance.
• Site and Field Work:Occasionally visits existing buildings and active construction sites to observe and document conditions. This includes climbing ladders and stairs; walking on catwalks, roofs, and elevated surfaces; entering attics, crawl spaces, basements, and other tight or poorly lit areas; and moving across uneven, unfinished, or debris-covered ground. Must follow site safety rules and wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), such as a hard hat, safety vest, safety glasses, and safety footwear.
• Driving: Occasionally drives a personal or company vehicle to project sites, client meetings, and other off-site locations. Must have a valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. When using a personal vehicle, must carry auto insurance that meets the firm’s minimum coverage requirements.

Disclaimer

All Applicants are subject to a background screening on a state and federal level. This job posting is subject to change at any time. Nothing in this job post is meant to guarantee an employment offer. This job description neither restricts nor prevents management’s right to assign and/or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time of the essential functions. It does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be subsequently assigned.