Architect - Somerville Architects and Engineers

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen); Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Somerville Architects, a 100% employee-owned design firm, seeks an experienced Architect for an onsite role in Wisconsin. Lead project teams, mentor designers and drafters, and manage projects from inception to completion across healthcare, education, civic, and commercial markets.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor or Master of Architecture, NCARB licensure with 10+ years, and a strong portfolio. Relocation assistance is available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree.
• NCARB licensure with 10+ years of professional experience.
• Experience in healthcare, education, civic, or commercial projects.
• Award-winning portfolio or demonstrated high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Mentor designers and drafters on project teams.
• Perform building assessments and write reports.
• Plan and manage projects from inception through completion on schedule and within budget.
• Utilize Revit, BIM software, and visualization methods.
• Incorporate sustainability into designs.
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors.
• Review specifications and oversee construction administration.
• Support project close-out and client communications.
• Present to clients and the public.
• Ensure project profitability and client retention.

Skills

Mentor designers

Project coordination

BIM expertise

Sustainability design

Client communication

Team collaboration

Detail oriented

Education

Bachelor or Master of Architecture

NCARB licensure

LEED accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

BIM software

Job description

Somerville Architects has exclusively retained CLA Search to identify an Architect for their team. This onsite role offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects, with relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.

Somerville is a 100% employee-owned, full-service design firm providing architectural, engineering, interior design, and environmental graphic design services across education, healthcare, civic, cultural, corporate, and commercial markets. Known for strong client relationships and a collaborative culture, Somerville boasts an average employee tenure more than three times the national average. The firm invests in its people through modern tools, ongoing professional development, and close collaboration across disciplines, with 94% of its work coming from long-standing, repeat clients.

They are seeking a collaborative professional who can work seamlessly with talented designers, drafters, in-house engineering teams, consultants, and contractors to move projects forward. Somerville architects are thoughtful problem solvers, known for strong critical-thinking skills, attention to detail, and clear, effective communication.

What You’ll Do:

• Collaborate with and mentor designers and drafters
• Perform building assessments and writing reports
• Plan and execute projects from inception through completion on schedule and within budget
• Utilize BIM software and visualization methods
• Incorporate best practices and sustainability strategies into designs
• Ensure projects meet client expectations and code requirements
• Coordinate with consultants and contractors
• Review specifications
• Perform field observation, oversee construction administration, and ensure adherence to design intent
• Manage project close-out and ensure successful project delivery
• Present to clients and the public
• Responsible for project profitability and client maintenance

What You’ll Need:

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture
• 7+ years of architectural experience, with a strong background in healthcare, education, civic, community, or commercial projects
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating high-quality and award-winning work
• NCARB licensure with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience
• LEED accreditation preferred
• Proficiency with Revit, BIM software, and Bluebeam
• Strong design sensibility with a solid understanding of design theory
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and critical-thinking abilities
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Collaborative mindset with a passion for teamwork and working with diverse project partners