Hybrid Entry-Level Architect: Design & Documentation

SMMA; Cambridge (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee-owned firm

Hybrid work-from-home

PTO + paid leave

Dental plan

Life insurance

401(K) matching

Mentor/protégé program

Educational reimbursement

Licensure and membership reimbursement

Lunch and Learns

Job summary

SMMA seeks a recent architecture graduate or 0–2-year design professional to join our Cambridge, MA office. The Architecture (Entry-Level) role provides exposure to all phases of the architectural process and mentorship toward licensure.

You will assist in design, documentation, and coordination while learning firm standards and workflows under licensed architects. This is a hybrid role with growth toward registration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or professional degree; Master’s degree preferred.
• 0-2 years professional experience.
• Pursuing architectural licensure; LEED, WELL, or other sustainable accreditations a plus.
• Familiar with a BIM-centered workflow and other digital design tools.
• Capable of building relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conceptual design, programming, and space planning efforts.
• Assist in preparing presentation materials, including drawings, physical models, and reports.
• Support the development of schematic and design development drawings.
• Coordinate with internal architectural and engineering team members.
• Incorporate consultant information into project models and drawing sets.
• Support collaboration by keeping deliverables organized and accurate.
• Conduct research on building materials, products, codes, and regulations.
• Support sustainability and building performance studies.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Proactive / flexible

Pursuing architectural licensure

Sustainable design awareness

Education

Bachelor's or Professional degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

BIM software

Job description

SMMA seeks a recent architecture graduate or 0–2-year design professional to join our Cambridge, MA office. The Architecture (Entry-Level) role provides exposure to all phases of the architectural process and mentorship toward licensure.

You will assist in design, documentation, and coordination while learning firm standards and workflows under licensed architects. This is a hybrid role with growth toward registration.