Architectural Designer

AIGA; North Bend (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k options

PTO

Company events

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

GANT NYCHAY ARCHITECTURE, based in North Bend, WA, seeks an experienced Architect to lead the development of detailed construction documents and 3D Archicad models. The role blends design exploration with technical execution in a collaborative, hybrid-office setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Professional Architecture degree, has 7–10 years of post-graduate experience, and demonstrates strong communication and problem-solving skills related to sustainable construction practices.

Qualifications

• Must have a Professional Architecture degree.
• 7–10 years post-grad experience in a design setting with focus on detailed construction documents.
• Expertise with Archicad, BIM software, Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and graphically, including freehand drawing and writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain 3D Archicad models at all design stages.
• Produce permit and construction drawings.
• Conduct feasibility studies and prepare presentation packages.

Skills

Communication

Freehand drawing

Sustainable design

Research & problem solving

Education

Professional Architecture degree

Tools

Archicad

BIM software

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Job Description

You'll be involved in the creative phases of projects, working closely with principals on variously scaled projects from Pre-Design through Contract Administration.

You will be responsible for, among other things:

• Developing and maintaining 3D Archicad models at all stages of design.
• Producing permit and construction drawings.
• Feasibility studies, research, and presentation packages.

Strong candidates will:

• have expertise working with ArchiCAD, BIM software, Microsoft Office and Adobe products.
• hold a Professional Architecture degree from an accredited university.
• have 7-10 years post-grad experience in a design setting with focus on detailed construction documents.
• be devoted to architecture and the process of design.
• have an interest in, and understanding of, construction assemblies, material properties, etc.
• be able to communicate effectively verbally, graphically, including freehand drawing and writing.
• be skilled at researching and resolving technical issues, including sustainable building practices such as LEED and Passive House.
• demonstrate desire to impact our global community.

ABOUT GANT NYCHAY ARCHITECTURE:

Established in 2015, Laroy Gant and Tom Nychay have developed a multifaceted practice with a strong focus on highly crafted and detailed design. We collaborate in North Bend in an open office space with hybrid schedule options. We're a small, closely knit team where each person contributes to a project in one way or another. Together with organization, planning and communication, our approach results in well-designed and well-built buildings.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION

• Full time benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, PTO, 401k options, and frequent company-sponsored meals/events. Competitive pay is offered based on experience.