Project Architect (Architect II or III)
14 days ago
Spokane
Job DescriptionDescription:Project Architect – Bring Vision to Life, Design with Purpose • Location: Spokane, WA, • Full-Time - Exempt, • Salary: Architect II - $75,500 - 101,500/Architect III - $86,200 - $121,000 Who We’re Looking For Are you ready to take your architectural career to the next level? Do you see design as a powerful tool for storytelling, community impact, and innovation? We’re seeking an Architect III who blends technical proficiency with a designer’s soul—someone who’s eager to contribute bold ideas, drive thoughtful solutions, and help turn visionary concepts into meaningful, built environments. This is your opportunity to join a collaborative team of creatives where your work truly makes a difference. What You’ll Do – Your Design in Action • Design Forward – Contribute innovative design ideas that reflect context, creativity, and client vision., • Lead the Details – Independently produce high-quality drawings, specifications, and materials selections., • Collaborate Creatively – Work alongside clients, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless, inspired outcomes., • Problem Solve with Purpose – Apply your judgment to evaluate and implement architectural solutions for projects of medium to large complexity., • Administer with Intent – Conduct construction site visits, review RFIs/submittals, and support project follow-through., • Balance & Budget – Stay aligned with project schedules, budgets, and quality expectations., • Support the Vision – Ensure documents and deliverables reflect both design excellence and technical precision. Requirements:Competencies • Design Tools: Proficiency in Revit required; Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) proficiency required; SketchUp or Rhino required; Lumion, Enscape and V-Ray are a plus., • Technical Know-How: Strong working knowledge of zoning and building codes, specifications, building/engineering systems, and agency requirements (NFPA, ADAAG, FGI, OBC, IBC etc)., • Creative Confidence: Ability to generate and articulate impactful design ideas., • Strong Communicator: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills., • Detail-Driven: Organized and efficient with a focus on quality, timelines, and collaboration., • Client Focused: Passion for providing exceptional client service., • Team Player: Collaborative and professional work ethic.Essential Functions, • Licensed Architect who works independently and is responsible for finished plans, specifications and approval of materials and construction, • Participates in the conceptual design and provides full support through the entire project, • Coordinates on the planning and development of construction and design document production, and provide technical expertise to ensure coordinated and high-quality documents, • Responsible to conduct construction administration duties, such as site visits, RFI responses, submittals, and punch list reviews, • Liaises with Project Management, other architects, and consultants, • Develops and represents lead technical viewpoint on projects, • Involve explorations of subject area, definition of scope, selection of items for investigation and development of novel concepts and methods, • Participates in preparing reports and specifications. Reviews completed reports, plans, estimates and calculations, • Responsible to follow project budget, task schedule, and other components of the work plan with Project Manager, • Responsible to monitor personal billing and works at maximizing team’s quality and efficiency in assigned tasks, • Responsible to coordinate with clients, project team, consultants, and contractors to ensure trust and confidence, • Provide leadership and oversight of a team of project architects, project associates and interns, • Provide leadership for client meetings, • Assists in analyses of design, design data, and planning as it relates to project scope, • Contribute innovative design solutions that consistently capture the intended design vision, • Contribute to bold design solutions that balance scale, aesthetics, and context to maximize the impact to the individual and community, • May participate in marketing efforts and lead presentations to prospective clientsYour Background – The Foundation of Your Success, • Education: Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture from an accredited university (preferred)., • Experience: Minimum 8 years of architecture-related experience in a professional setting. Healthcare/Education experience preferred., • Travel: Occasional project-related travel required.Why Join Us?, • Culture of Creativity – Work in an open, collaborative environment where innovation is celebrated., • Impactful Work – Shape projects that enhance communities and push design boundaries., • Professional Growth – Opportunities to mentor, lead, and advance your career in a dynamic studio.