CA Supervisor
KFA, located in Culver City, California is one of the leading design firms in the Los Angeles region, providing architecture, design, and master planning services. At KFA, we understand the importance of designs that synthesize beauty, marketability, durability, and cost efficiency. The firm’s expertise encompasses transit-oriented developments; mixed-use housing, retail, and office projects; affordable, senior, family, and special-needs housing; hotels and restaurants; educational facilities; and adaptive reuse projects.
KFA is a trustworthy family of creative problem solvers and great listeners. It is the collaborative process that makes our projects great, inside and outside our office. KFA has been recognized as one of LA’s best places to work by the Los Angeles Business Journal, and we are proud to have been named the 2016 Firm of the Year by the AIA California Council.
KFA is seeking energetic, enthusiastic, creative, and critical thinkers. A good fit at KFA is an individual that has a desire for professional growth, demonstrates interest in both the design and technical parts of the profession, has an eagerness to learn, and a strong work ethic. Join our collaborative design practice as a CA Supervisor to work on inspiring and significant projects in and around Los Angeles, California.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Manage construction administration of multiple projects from bidding through construction closeout;
- Lead internal team(s) working on one or more projects in CA phase;
- Mentor and supervise junior staff working on CA projects;
- Involvement in the evolution and implementation of KFA’s CA Standards;
- Manage architecture project budget, schedule, and scope;
- Perform technical review(s) of construction documents.
Desired Skills And Experience
- 15 years minimum of Construction Administration experience;
- Licensure is preferred;
- Thorough understanding of contracts, documents, drawings, and specifications;
- Knowledge of RFIs, submittals, substitution requests, and other CA processes;
- Proficient in Bluebeam, Plangrid, Procore or similar CA tracking programs;
- Revit – Basic skills and understanding of Revit 2023 and older versions;
- Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud and Google Docs/Suite;
- Working knowledge of building, fire, and accessibility codes;
- Working knowledge of the Los Angeles Building Department permit process;
- Extensive knowledge of Types I, III, & V construction and experience with mixed-use/multi-family projects;
- Excellent supervision, management and communication (verbal/written) skills;
- Able to calmly handle high-pressure situations and able to work well with different teams, including General Contractors and Construction Managers.
KFA provides architecture, design, and master planning services for projects throughout the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area using a collaborative approach with each project. KFA has been recognized as one of LA’s best places to work by the Los Angeles Business Journal, and is a previous recipient of the Firm of the Year by the AIA California Council. For more about KFA, please visit http://kfalosangeles.com/
PAY/BENEFITS
This is a full-time position. Weekly job site presence is required for the CA Supervisor role.
At KFA, we encourage our employees to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, a wellness program, paid holidays and paid time off. We also offer a 401k and annual performance bonus opportunities. Our office offers a hybrid work environment and we are remote work friendly. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.
KFA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
As part of the firm’s commitment to licensure and professional development, KFA offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees.
Compensation is based upon experience and the estimated range is $100,000 – $140,000 annually, plus bonuses and benefits.
For employment opportunities, please email resume and cover letter to: Lise Bornstein, AIA at employment@kfalosangeles.com
Submit portfolios as part of your application. Portfolios must be submitted for all design positions. Portfolios should be one PDF attachment, 15-20 pages, maximum 20 MB.
