Job Description and Duties
This position is entirely field based with travel required to facilities 80%-100% of the time.
Geographical counties to be covered: Alameda, Contra Costa, Fresno, Inyo, Kern, Kings, Madera, Mariposa, Merced, Mono, San Benito, San Joaquin, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Stanislaus, Tulare, and Tuolumne.
Under general direction of the Regional Compliance Officer, Health Facilities Construction, the Senior Architect (Field) performs field observations and oversees the construction compliance phase of healthcare facility projects. The incumbent observes construction activities to ensure work is performed in substantial conformance with plans and specifications approved by the Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI), and in compliance with the building code and fire and life safety requirements of Title 24, California Code of Regulations (including all referenced codes and standards). The incumbent applies the Office’s Policy Intent Notices, Code Application Notices, applicable codes, guidelines, policies, and reference materials in the performance of these duties.
The Senior Architect (Field) also conducts field review of construction documents and submittals to verify conformance with applicable codes and regulations. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining current certification with the appropriate licensing board.
Effective July 1, 2025, specific Bargaining Units and associated Excluded State employees are subject to a salary reduction between 2% - 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program 2025 (PLP 2025) hours each month. For more details about PLP 2025, visit the California Department of Human Resources (CalHR) website.
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Working Conditions
HCAI is committed to fostering a flexible, inclusive, and high-performing work environment that supports both operational excellence and employee well-being.
HCAI is housed in a state-of-the-art building outside of downtown off Interstate-5. Enjoy a great work environment with many amenities, including FREE PARKING and fully equipped electric vehicle charging stations. HCAI is close to many dining and shopping choices in the Natomas area.
HCAI supports a hybrid telework schedule for many positions, consistent with operational requirements. Telework schedules are only available for CA residents. The telework policy is subject to change, and additional in-office days may be required and/or minimal notification may be given to report to the worksite if an urgent need arises.
Visa Sponsorship: HCAI is not an E-Verify employer and does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of appointment.
