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Alta Architects is a San Antonio based, multi-faceted, and award-winning architectural design firm with more than 94 years of experience. We enjoy a diverse architectural practice that encompasses large public and private work including; governmental, institutional, educational, cultural, corporate, mix-use, and multi-family housing.

What ALTA can offer you:

  • A commitment to staff growth and development
  • Excellent compensation and benefits
  • A beautifully renovated office in the popular South Flores (SoFlo) neighborhood
  • Remote working opportunities
  • Company Paid Employee Medical, Vision, Life and LTD Insurance
  • 10 Company Paid Holiday’s + Company Wide Holiday Week Off
  • 2 Weeks Paid Vacation + 1 Personal Day
  • Matching 401(k)
  • Flexible Work Schedule

Alta is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status.

Career Opportunities

Design Professional/Design Technician

 Alta Architects is currently seeking an experienced DESIGN PROFESSIONAL / DESIGN TECHNICIAN with an interest in all phases of Architectural Projects to work under the direct supervision of a Project Manager/Architect. Candidate is committed to creative design solutions, exceptional quality work, and the desire to grow quickly in experience and responsibility. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
5+ years’ experience with employment in Architectural firms

PREFERRED EDUCATION & BACKGROUND:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred

CANDIDATES REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITES: 

  • Must be proficient utilizing Autodesk Revit.
  • Develop architectural and construction drawings, under direct Project Manager/Architect supervision, for all phases of Design (SD, DD, CD, and CA) utilizing Autodesk Revit.
  • Working knowledge of building materials and assemblies, weatherproofing, detailing, building codes, site planning, civil, structural, mechanical, and acoustical engineering.
  • Develop high quality renderings and project visualization.
  • Engage, collaborate, and problem solve with clients, consultants, contractors, and other team members 

To apply: Submit resume and portfolio samples in PDF format to jobs@alta-architects.com; with Job Code DP2022 

Design Professional

Alta Architects is currently seeking an experienced DESIGN PROFESSIONAL with an interest in all phases of Architectural Projects to work under the direct supervision of a Project Manager/Architect. Candidate is committed to creative design solutions, exceptional quality work, and the desire to grow quickly in experience and responsibility.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
3+ years’ post grad experience with employment in Architectural firms

PREFERRED EDUCATION & BACKGROUND:
– Experience with multi-family developments
– Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program preferred

CANDIDATES REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITES: 

  • Develop architectural and construction drawings, under direct Project Manager/Architect supervision, for all phases of Design (SD, DD, CD, and CA) utilizing Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
  • Working knowledge of building materials and assemblies, weatherproofing, detailing, building codes, site planning, civil, structural, mechanical, and acoustical engineering.
  • Develop high quality renderings and project visualization.
  • Engage, collaborate, and problem solve with clients, consultants, contractors, and other team members

To apply: Submit resume and portfolio samples in PDF format to jobs@alta-architects.com; with Job Code DP2021 

Project Manager

Alta Architects is currently seeking an experienced PROJECT MANAGER with the skills and aspiration to provide leadership for integrated project delivery of challenging and stimulating projects, managing clients and in-house teams while working under the direction of the Principal-in-Charge on a wide range of project types and sizes.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
7-15 years post grad experience with employment in Architectural firms, 5 years minimum managing architectural project delivery.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & BACKGROUND:
Registration as a licensed Architect in the State of Texas required, at minimum a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Candidates should demonstrate proven ability to communicate and work well with firm principals, retain client relationships, manage client project representatives and managers, and guide project architect driven teams to successful project outcomes. Candidates should have strong graphic and verbal communication skills with a proven portfolio of work in related project types, and aspiration to further the firm’s grounding in culturally based design.  Candidates with strong skills in project programming and design desirable.  Broad knowledge of technical detailing, materials, and products for heavy commercial projects essential.

Responsibilities will include overall management of the project delivery team including managing day-to-day project communications with clients, in-house support and outside consultants, overseeing preparation of design studies from concepts through CD’s, organization, and coordination of construction documents, directing and attending client meetings, and follow through management during bidding and construction administration.  Ideal candidates will demonstrate a wide variety of abilities, including computer skills in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, and MS Office, as well as hand graphics and illustration, with the ability to interact positively with clients, consultants, general contractors, and our studio team are essential.

To apply: Submit resume and portfolio samples in PDF format to jobs@alta-architects.com; with Job Code PM2021

Project Architect

Alta Architects is currently seeking an experienced PROJECT ARCHITECT with the skills and aspiration to manage delivery of construction documents, while working under the direction of the Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager, on a wide range of project sizes.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

5-10 years’ post grad experience with employment in Architectural firms, 3 years minimum managing architectural project delivery.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & BACKGROUND:

Registration as a licensed Architect in the State of Texas preferred, at minimum a bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Candidates should have strong graphic and verbal communication skills with a proven portfolio of work in related project types, and aspiration to further the firm’s grounding in culturally based design. Candidates with strong skills in project programming and design desirable. Broad knowledge of technical detailing, materials, and products for heavy commercial projects essential. Should be able demonstrate skills and experience with project management.

Responsibilities will include overall management of the project delivery team including in-house support and outside consultants, overseeing preparation of design studies from concepts through CD’s, organization, and coordination of construction documents, directing and attending client meetings, and follow through management during bidding and construction administration. Ideal candidates will demonstrate a wide variety of abilities, including computer skills in Revit, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, and MS Office, as well as hand graphics and illustration, with the ability to interact positively with clients, consultants, general contractors, and our studio team are essential.

To apply: Submit resume and portfolio samples in PDF format to jobs@alta-architects.com; with Job Code PA2021