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Populous Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together. Location: San Francisco
Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together.
Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
What We Offer
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For
Our preferred candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and transportation facilities.
What Your Day Could Consist Of
Design Conceptualization and Development
Focus on creating and developing solutions to meet project programmatic requirements. Provide leadership in technical development and contribute to detailed project documentation.
Creative Media Expertise
Utilize a diverse skill set across multiple media platforms, including illustration, computer-generated renderings, animations, and motion graphics for visual communication.
Project Design and Documentation
Lead efforts to develop, modify, and review design concepts, production drawings, and construction documents in alignment with established standards and technical expertise. Create and refine design concepts during schematic and design development stages.
Research and Analysis
Conduct or assist with operational and design research, building and systems programming, site and building analysis, and report preparation.
Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare and deliver design presentations to clients, communities, and relevant stakeholders, including public agencies. Collaborate directly with clients on project management throughout the design development and construction administration phases.
Construction Administration
Support Project Managers in the construction administration process, ensuring design intent is maintained and project goals are achieved. Perform all other duties as required to support the successful execution of projects.
Requirements For Success
Exceptional communication skills with a team-oriented mindset. Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Proficiency in inventive and creative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, architectural production, spatial and environmental design, story development, and delivering high-quality design solutions. Experience with rendering and 3D modeling software, including 3DS Max, SketchUp, and Maxwell Render, is preferred. Familiarity with Revit is highly desirable. Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, with the ability to create quick, impactful sketches to effectively communicate and sell ideas. Preferred expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Essential Qualifications
Professional Degree in Architecture (B. Arch or M. Arch) from an accredited program. Registered Architect with a current license. 6+ years of professional architectural experience.
Additional Details
Travel may be required. Overtime may be necessary.
Compensation
The projected salary range for this opportunity is $115,833 - $134,791 annually, and may be depending on skills, experience and education.
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by
Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on
Interior Design
magazine’s Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Find us here - https://populous.com/careers
Instagram: @WeArePopulous
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Architect
role at
Populous 1 month ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Architect
role at
Populous Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together. Location: San Francisco
Who We Are
We design places where people love to be together.
Populous is a global design firm that began with a singular focus: to draw people together around the things they love, through experiences that capture all the senses, amplifying the atmosphere of excitement and pure joy shared in human moments.
We’ve designed and delivered some of the world's most memorable civic, sports and entertainment buildings, from iconic stadia to ground-breaking live music venues. Populous is where architects and designers of all kinds create moments bigger than ourselves. We offer the best of both worlds: the resources and impact of the design giants and the tightly knit atmosphere and growth opportunities of smaller firms.
What We Offer
Professional & Personal Development Programs + Summer Hours + Hybrid Schedule + Paid Architect Licensure & Certifications Exams + Wedding Pay + Charitable Match Program + Market Leading Wellness Health and Welfare Benefits.
Who We Are Looking For
Our preferred candidate will have prior experience in the AEC industry, and an interest in working in a dynamic global design environment with a diverse range of public assembly building types, including sports venues, convention centers, and transportation facilities.
What Your Day Could Consist Of
Design Conceptualization and Development
Focus on creating and developing solutions to meet project programmatic requirements. Provide leadership in technical development and contribute to detailed project documentation.
Creative Media Expertise
Utilize a diverse skill set across multiple media platforms, including illustration, computer-generated renderings, animations, and motion graphics for visual communication.
Project Design and Documentation
Lead efforts to develop, modify, and review design concepts, production drawings, and construction documents in alignment with established standards and technical expertise. Create and refine design concepts during schematic and design development stages.
Research and Analysis
Conduct or assist with operational and design research, building and systems programming, site and building analysis, and report preparation.
Stakeholder Engagement
Prepare and deliver design presentations to clients, communities, and relevant stakeholders, including public agencies. Collaborate directly with clients on project management throughout the design development and construction administration phases.
Construction Administration
Support Project Managers in the construction administration process, ensuring design intent is maintained and project goals are achieved. Perform all other duties as required to support the successful execution of projects.
Requirements For Success
Exceptional communication skills with a team-oriented mindset. Self-motivated and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Proficiency in inventive and creative design thinking, collaborative problem-solving, architectural production, spatial and environmental design, story development, and delivering high-quality design solutions. Experience with rendering and 3D modeling software, including 3DS Max, SketchUp, and Maxwell Render, is preferred. Familiarity with Revit is highly desirable. Strong sketching and freehand drawing skills, with the ability to create quick, impactful sketches to effectively communicate and sell ideas. Preferred expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Essential Qualifications
Professional Degree in Architecture (B. Arch or M. Arch) from an accredited program. Registered Architect with a current license. 6+ years of professional architectural experience.
Additional Details
Travel may be required. Overtime may be necessary.
Compensation
The projected salary range for this opportunity is $115,833 - $134,791 annually, and may be depending on skills, experience and education.
Populous offers a competitive salary and bonus packages. We strive to offer our staff the best benefits package in the industry, at the lowest cost to employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k, FSA/HSA, paid time off and continuing education benefits. Populous is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
No. 1 Most Innovative Company in Architecture by
Fast Company
No. 1 Firm in Cultural on
Interior Design
magazine’s Top 100 Giants
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Cultural Facilities by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Convention Centers by BD+C
No. 1 Architecture Firm in Performing Arts and Concert Venues by BD+C
Find us here - https://populous.com/careers
Instagram: @WeArePopulous
X: @Populous Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology Industries Architecture and Planning Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Populous by 2x Get notified about new Architect jobs in
San Francisco, CA . Oakland, CA $75,000.00-$80,000.00 2 days ago Oakland, CA $85,100.00-$128,800.00 9 months ago Oakland, CA $80,000.00-$125,000.00 2 weeks ago Oakland, CA $90,000.00-$126,000.00 1 week ago Hayward, CA $120,000.00-$145,000.00 1 week ago Technical Designer - Architecture - Junior
San Francisco, CA $68,000.00-$75,000.00 2 days ago Year One - Junior Designer - City Design
San Francisco, CA $68,640.00-$95,160.00 4 days ago San Francisco, CA $36.54-$40.38 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $80,000.00-$95,000.00 2 weeks ago Redwood City, CA $90,000.00-$145,000.00 1 week ago San Francisco, CA $51,400.00-$69,400.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $115,833.00-$134,791.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $165,000.00-$195,000.00 3 days ago Architect - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Relocation Package
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San Francisco, CA $80,000.00-$100,000.00 2 weeks ago Corte Madera, CA $140,000.00-$200,000.00 5 days ago San Francisco, CA $85,000.00-$115,000.00 1 month ago San Francisco, CA $99,000.00-$126,000.00 2 days ago San Francisco, CA $105,000.00-$120,000.00 2 weeks ago Director of Design - Relocation Assistance to Irvine Provided!
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