ARCHITECT / PROJECT MANAGER - LEVEL 2

ROCKEFELLER KEMPEL ARCHITECTS, an award-winning design firm in El Segundo, is seeking a talented Architect / Project Manager to join their creative team.

Applicants must thrive in a fast-paced studio environment, possessing a sincere interest in high-quality design and construction. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work directly with the Senior Designer in composing design options for multiple projects

  • Work directly with Senior Partner in composing feasibility studies and presentations

  • As a team, participate in city agency coordination for multiple projects

  • Coordinate and manage construction administration for residential and commercial projects

  • Develop construction documents for high-end custom residential and/or commercial projects using ArchiCAD

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in architecture required

  • Minimum four years professional experience

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

  • Capacity for rigorous design sensitivity

  • Willing to tackle tasks beyond your comfort zone

  • Experience in CAD and BIM software

  • Interested in developing a high level of proficiency in ArchiCAD 20 and SketchUp on Macintosh platform

  • Interested in heavily investing in a small-medium sized firm

  • Experience in southern California project preferred

  • Experience in high-end residential and/or commercial construction documents preferred

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

  • $50,000 - $75,000 salary commensurate with experience

  • Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life insurance)

  • 401(k) plan with vesting matching bonus up to 4% of annual salary

TO APPLY, send your cover letter, resume, and work sample (under 5MB) to info@rockefellerkempel.com with "Architect / Project Manager - Level 2" in the subject line 

Due to the high volume of applicants, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

Please, no drop-ins or telephone calls.


ARCHITECT / PROJECT MANAGER - LEVEL 1

ROCKEFELLER KEMPEL ARCHITECTS, an award-winning design firm in El Segundo, is seeking a talented Architect / Project Manager to join their creative team.

Applicants must thrive in a fast-paced studio environment, possessing a sincere interest in high-quality design and construction. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work directly with the Senior Designer in composing design options for multiple projects

  • Work directly with Senior Partner in composing feasibility studies and presentations

  • As a team, participate in city agency coordination for multiple projects

  • Coordinate and manage construction administration for residential and commercial projects

  • Develop construction documents for high-end custom residential and/or commercial projects using ArchiCAD

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelors or Masters degree in architecture required

  • Minimum two years professional experience

  • Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

  • Capacity for rigorous design sensitivity

  • Willing to tackle tasks beyond your comfort zone

  • Experience in CAD and BIM software

  • Interested in developing a high level of proficiency in ArchiCAD 20 and SketchUp on Macintosh platform

  • Interested in heavily investing in a small-medium sized firm

  • Experience in southern California project preferred

  • Experience in high-end residential and/or commercial construction documents preferred

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

  • $50,000 - $65,000 salary commensurate with experience

  • Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, and life insurance)

  • 401(k) plan with vesting matching bonus up to 4% of annual salary

TO APPLY, send your cover letter, resume, and work sample (under 5MB) to info@rockefellerkempel.com with "Architect / Project Manager - Level 1" in the subject line 

Due to the high volume of applicants, only candidates being considered for the position will be contacted.

Please, no drop-ins or telephone calls.


SUMMER INTERNSHIP

STUDENT INTERNSHIP

RKA is now accepting applications for an Architectural Internship! You are welcome to submit your digital internship application for review. Please include your resume, samples of your work, and the dates you are available, along with your cover letter explaining why you are applying for an internship.

  • Submit to: info@rockefellerkempel.com

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Utitlizes a CAD workstation to prepare basic architectural drawings

  • Corrects simple red-lined architectural drawings within parameters set by others

  • Compiles data and performs dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings

  • 3D modeling various commercial and residential projects; 3D printing capabilities are helpful

  • May also complete basic sketches and layouts as directed

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Enrolled in architectural curriculum at an accredited college or university and completed at least on year of study

  • Familiarity with CAD, macOS, and Adobe Creative Suite

  • ArchiCAD, SketchUp & Rhino knowledge is a PLUS!