Architectural Staff II

Hobbs Black; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hobbs+Black Architects is seeking an experienced Architect to lead detailing and construction documentation for complex projects, collaborating closely with clients and the project team.

The role emphasizes Revit and Bluebeam proficiency, strong communication, and mentoring junior staff. A Bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of related experience are required; hybrid work is available.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) or more years of related architectural work experience.
• Experience in the use of Revit to effectively produce quality documents.
• Proficient working in Bluebeam to review and coordinate team documentation.
• Proven effective presentation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and oversees construction administration and documentation.
• Accounts for accurate code reviews.
• Serves as primary project contact with clients.
• Delivers design presentations and architectural models to communicate project intent.
• Participates in the firm’s business development.
• Mentors and leads other architects and technicians.

Skills

Interior detailing

Code review

Budgeting

Schedule management

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Job description

We're not your typical architecture firm. At Hobbs+Black Architects we offer a one-of-a-kind, people-centered work environment where collaboration, creativity, and camaraderie thrive. We are an architectural and design team that believes great success comes from meaningful relationships, open dialogue, and a shared commitment to improve the lives of the people we serve. If you're looking for a place where your work makes a difference, we'd love to meet you.Here, you're not just contributing to projects. You’re helping shape places where people live, heal, learn, gather, and grow.

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Primary Focus

Our architectural staff balance project leadership with client management, team influence, and business development. This position is responsible for detailing of complicated project designs, or construction drawing assignments, with a project team based on technical proficiency, technical problem-solving expertise, work experience, and project constraints. We work with a variety of clients to create aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable spaces for a broad range of projects in healthcare, education, civic, mixed-use, commercial, residential, and more.

Background in architecture with strong technical expertise to create and develop detailed construction documents applying their knowledge of and experience with building codes, building systems, site planning, zoning, bid packages, submittals, fieldwork, project scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating.

Essential Functions

• Reviews and oversees construction administration and documentation.
• Accountable for accurate code reviews.
• Serves as primary project contact with our clients.
• Develops and delivers comprehensive design presentations and architectural models to clearly communicate project intent.
• Participates with the firm’s overall business development.
• Mentors and leads other architects and technicians.

Experience

• Eight (8) or more years of related architectural work experience.
• Experience in the use of Revit to effectively produce quality documents.
• Proficient working in Bluebeam to review and coordinate team documentation.
• Proven effective presentation and communication skills.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Hybrid work format (3 days in office; 2 days remote).
• An authentic studio culture that values teamwork, flexibility, and a shared passion for design.
• Must be able to navigate project sites.
• Valid driver's license.
• English language communication and client interface skills.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States, without need for sponsorship.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in an architectural program.

Skills

Interior and exterior architectural detailing, Code review and compliance, Specifications, Site analysis and zoning review, Cost estimating, Schedule management, QA/QC review, Construction administration management, Consultant coordination.

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