An Associate Principal for Ruhnau Clarke Architects will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the concerns of one or more of the firm’s clients(s) including overseeing a major project or projects through all phases of development. Where applicable, gives direction to assigned staff and leads as the main day to day point of contact for the client relationship and coordinates with other Studio leaders in the process of assigning appropriate staff to the projects they oversee.

As an Associate Principal, you will establish and maintain your project budgets, schedules, and verify adherence of the terms of contract expectations. You have the direct responsibility for client contact and overall project design quality with authority to direct, control, and monitor all project activities. Must have the strong ability to multi-task, prioritize and adjust to various project and business concerns daily as needed. An Associate Principal must oversee several groups performing work or supporting studio workload. An Associate Principal for Ruhnau Clarke Architects must be responsible for becoming a known presence in both the community and market segments that they serve (both current and strategic).  

• Education: Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited university and/ or equivalent demonstrated proficiency.
• Experience: Minimum of thirteen to fifteen (13-15) years’ experience in production and coordination of documents in all phases of architectural practice and in management of projects.
• Software: Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, etc.) or demonstrated equivalent and proficiency
• License: License to practice architecture in the state of California required.

A Project  Manager  for Ruhnau Clarke Architects is a key position in the firm and is considered a critical position in managing all phases of a project from schematic design through construction and  project closeout. As the primary day to day contact to the client and governing agencies, a Project Manager has the primary responsibility for assisting in the development and monitoring of the project scope budget, project schedule, and planning of a project as well as lead the design team in the development of the design documents (drawings and specifications) on a given project. Project Managers are to be critical observers in assessing and coordinating with the Principal in Charge any potential changes in project scope, service,  and/or potential project risks.

• Education: Prefer minimum professional degree in architecture (B. Arch, M. Arch).
• Experience: Minimum of seven to eight (7-8) years’ experience in production and coordination of design documents in all phases of an architectural project; minimum 5-8 yearscoordinating with state, county, and local governing agencies that have oversight on a Client coordination required. DSA and/or HCAI experience required.Architectural License strongly recommended.
• Software: Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, ) or demonstrated equivalent and proficiency; AutoCAD & Revit production software.
• Licensed, or actively pursuing licensure.
• Proficient in OPSC / CDE and execution of required submittals and documentation.

Responsible for managing small projects in all phases. Assist in architectural problem solving. Assist Project Manager in preparing budget and schedules, and in monitoring adherence to work plan. Interact with consultants and agencies. Ability to work with a team on larger projects.

• Education: Prefer minimum professional degree in architecture (B. Arch, M. Arch).
• Experience: Minimum of five to six (5-6) years’ experience in production and coordination of documents in all phases of architectural practice desired. Minimum of two (2) years Revit experience.
• Software: Revit, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office Suite Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, ) or demonstrated equivalent and proficiency; AutoCAD & Revit production software.
• Licensed, or actively pursuing licensure.

ears Revit experience.