Preconstruction Architect / Designer - EV Construction
$130,000–$160,000 year
Remote · San Francisco, California, United States
Job Summary
Preconstruction Architect/Designer leads design and planning for EV operations facilities, combining architectural expertise with strategic planning and technical coordination. Responsibilities include creating site layouts and feasibility studies, producing detailed drawings for facility components and site infrastructure, designing EV charging layouts compliant with accessibility and electrical requirements, coordinating with internal teams and external partners, managing permitting and ensuring compliance with building codes and environmental standards, contributing to design standards and playbooks for consistency across projects, preparing construction documentation and reviewing shop drawings, supporting long-term infrastructure planning and real estate strategy, participating in site selection and due diligence, conducting design reviews and site visits, and maintaining readiness to adapt to shifting priorities. Requires a Bachelor's degree or higher in architecture-related field, 10+ years licensed-architect experience in transportation/industrial/technical facilities, EV charging infrastructure experience, proficiency with AutoCAD/Revit, strong knowledge of ADA/NEC codes, and strong project management and collaboration skills. Salary range is $130K-$160K per year for this full-time role; on-site presence may vary depending on client needs. The posting is equal opportunity and encourages applications from all sectors of the community.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, or related field
- Licensed Architect with 10+ years of experience in architectural design and pre-construction
- Experience designing EV charging infrastructure and coordinating with electrical systems
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other architectural design tools
- Strong understanding of building codes (ADA, NEC) and permitting processes
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Strong communication and collaboration abilities across diverse teams
- Creative problem-solving and strategic thinking
- Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and adapt to shifting priorities
- Experience developing design standards or playbooks for repeatable infrastructure projects
- Familiarity with sustainability principles and energy-efficient design strategies
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