Architect

NW Recruiting Partners; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with matching

Generous PTO, sick time, and holiday p

Job summary

NW Recruiting Partners is seeking an experienced Architect to support the design and delivery of multifamily residential communities in Seattle. This role suits someone who engages beyond drawings and seeks visibility into how projects move from initial design through construction.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, with multifamily experience, who leads complex projects, mentors staff, and ensures design intent translates into built environments.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect with 8+ years in architectural design.
• Extensive experience delivering multifamily residential projects.
• Advanced Revit/BIM experience required.
• Familiar with building codes, zoning, accessibility, and construction documentation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support multifamily residential projects from early design through construction administration.
• Develop and review drawings, design packages, technical details, and construction documents.
• Use Revit/BIM to produce project documentation and support design coordination.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to process improvements.

Skills

Multifamily design

Project leadership

Mentoring staff

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit/BIM

AutoCAD

Enscape

Microsoft Office

Job description

Our client, a well-established real estate development firm, is hiring an Architect to support the design and delivery of multifamily residential communities. This role is a strong fit for someone who enjoys being involved beyond drawings alone and wants visibility into how projects move from initial design through construction.

The ideal candidate is a thoughtful, technically strong architect with multifamily experience who enjoys leading complex projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, mentoring emerging staff, and seeing design decisions carry through into the built environment.

Architect Responsibilities:

• Lead and support multifamily residential projects from early design through construction administration.
• Develop and review architectural drawings, design packages, technical details, and construction documents.
• Use Revit/BIM to produce accurate project documentation and support design coordination.
• Interpret and apply building codes, zoning requirements, accessibility standards, and jurisdictional requirements.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, internal stakeholders, and project teams to resolve design and documentation issues.
• Review site plans, consultant drawings, construction documents, and field conditions for alignment with project goals and design intent.
• Support project schedules, drawing quality, documentation standards, and timely delivery of architectural milestones.
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, jurisdictional coordination, and construction-phase problem solving.
• Help maintain internal design standards and support process improvements across the architecture team.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment.

Architect Qualifications:

• Licensed Architect with over 8 years of experience in architectural design.
• Multiple years designing and delivering multifamily residential projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or a related field.
• Advanced Revit/BIM experience required.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Enscape, Microsoft Office, or similar design and documentation tools preferred.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning, accessibility requirements, construction documentation, and multifamily design practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and move projects forward with limited oversight.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Interest in sustainable, efficient, and thoughtfully designed residential communities.

Company Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with matching
• Generous PTO, sick time, and holiday pay