Emerging Residential Architect

Hutker-Architects; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutker Architects in Boston seeks a Designer I to contribute to schematic design, construction documents, and client presentations for residential projects. You will collaborate with principals and the studio team to advance design objectives and ensure code compliance.

The role requires 1–5 years of residential design experience, strong CAD/BIM skills (Revit, AutoCAD) and proficient presentation abilities. You will work from our Boston studio location and grow within a design-led practice.

Qualifications

• 1-5 years of strong residential design experience and technical development
• Degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program
• Experience with producing production documents and building code compliance
• Strong design and graphic presentation skills with BIM/CAD proficiency
• Must be able to work from our Boston studio location

Responsibilities

• Contribute to project design development, including schematic design, construction documents, and presentation packages
• Collaborate with the Principal-in-charge, Team Leader, and project team to establish design objectives, shape the project vision, and support the design process
• Provide project updates based on client feedback, ensuring structural and building code compliance
• Prepare working drawings for private residences and acquire measurements to produce existing conditions drawings
• Gain proficiency in wood frame construction and structural requirements
• Assist in developing project design criteria, schedules, and managing project timelines
• Update CAD drawings (plans, elevations, sections) based on redlines and client feedback
• Create architectural models using manual methods and 3D CAD software
• Participate in client meetings and construction observation/site visits as needed

Skills

Residential design

Design process

Collaboration

Communication

Design detailing

Education

B.Arch / M.Arch

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Photoshop

SketchUp

MS Office

Job description

Hutker Architects in Boston seeks a Designer I to contribute to schematic design, construction documents, and client presentations for residential projects. You will collaborate with principals and the studio team to advance design objectives and ensure code compliance.

The role requires 1–5 years of residential design experience, strong CAD/BIM skills (Revit, AutoCAD) and proficient presentation abilities. You will work from our Boston studio location and grow within a design-led practice.