Architect - Residential Remodeling

Model Remodel; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (PPO

HSA options

Life Insurance

Generous PTO accrual

8 Paid Holidays

Employer match retirement plan

Open door communication

Mileage reimbursement

Cell phone allowance

Job summary

Model Remodel is seeking an Architect to join our Seattle team. The role centers on technical design leadership, permit strategy, and ensuring buildable, Code-aligned documentation for residential remodels.

You will work with designers, estimators, and production to keep projects on schedule and profitable. The ideal candidate has 5–8 years of residential experience, an active WA license, and strong knowledge of codes.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Architect license required.
• 5–8 years of experience in residential architecture or remodeling design.
• Experience supporting permit strategy and jurisdictional coordination for residential projects.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, building codes, zoning requirements, and energy codes.
• Ability to review and guide architectural drawings for functionality, constructability, and code compliance.
• Experience coordinating with Designers, structural/energy consultants, estimators, and construction teams to produce coordinated drawing sets.
• Identify architectural risks early and communicate clear, practical recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Collaborative communicator across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Degree in Architecture or related field required.
• Seattle-area jurisdictions experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide architectural oversight and lead permit strategy for assigned residential remodeling projects.
• Coordinate with Designers, Client Services, Estimating, Production, and external consultants to maintain standards across drawings.
• Ensure documentation is buildable, constructible, and code-aligned to meet client goals and profitability.

Skills

Collaborative communicator

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Code knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Chief Architect

Job description

Model Remodel, a Seattle-based general contractor specializing in high-quality residential remodeling, is seeking an Architect to join our team. This role is ideal for a technically strong, collaborative architect who enjoys partnering with designers, estimators, and production teams to set projects up for success, from early feasibility through permitting and construction support. We’re looking for someone who is detail-driven, organized, and confident in their technical expertise. Someone who takes pride in clear, buildable documents, strong code knowledge, and thoughtful coordination. If you enjoy solving real-world residential construction puzzles and elevating documentation standards across a team, we’d love to meet you.

Job Description:

The Architect at Model Remodel provides architectural expertise and technical design leadership for assigned residential remodeling projects. This role focuses on architectural oversight, permit strategy and coordination, documentation quality, constructability, and code alignment to support projects that meet client goals and MRM’s schedule and profitability objectives.

Working closely with Designers, Client Services, Estimating, Production, and external consultants, the Architect supports consistent standards across drawings and documentation, helps identify risks early, and contributes practical recommendations that keep projects moving.

Job Requirements:

• Licensed Architect with an active Washington State license required.
• 5–8 years of experience in residential architecture or residential remodeling design.
• Proven experience supporting permit strategy and jurisdictional coordination for residential projects, including managing corrections and review cycles.
• Strong knowledge of residential construction methods, building codes, zoning requirements, and energy code considerations.
• Ability to review and guide architectural drawings for functionality, constructability, and code compliance.
• Proficiency with residential design and documentation software (e.g., Chief Architect or comparable platforms).
• Experience coordinating with Designers, structural/energy consultants, estimators, and construction teams to produce coherent, coordinated drawing sets.
• Ability to identify architectural risks early and communicate clear, practical recommendations.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at varying stages.
• Collaborative communicator who works effectively across disciplines and stakeholders.
• Degree in Architecture or a related field required.
• Experience with Seattle-area jurisdictions strongly preferred.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, stairs, and active construction environments.
• Frequent lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds.
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to work at a computer or desk area for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to use a computer and accurately view drawings, details, and color information.

Why Model Remodel? Some Benefits include:

• Competitive Pay (Exempt Salary): $105,000 – $130,000 DOE
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO and HSA options)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with applicable plan
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Accrual starting at 12 days per year that increases with tenure
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Employer match retirement plan (optional)
• Open door communication – Easy access to Leadership Team
• Additional Compensation – mileage reimbursement, company uniforms, and a cell phone allowance

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

This is primarily an in-office role based in Seattle. A limited hybrid schedule may be considered after an introductory period, based on role needs and performance.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

You can learn more about our company at our website, www.modelremodel.com. Thank you for your interest.

Model Remodel was founded in 2002 on the principles of quality, personal and professional excellence, and the belief that building and remodeling can make you smile. Many of our employees have celebrated 5 to 15-year anniversaries with us, which is what makes MRM the exceptional company it is today. We’re always on the lookout for great talent. We hope you’ll join us!