Licensed Architect

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc.; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Job summary

Dakota DesignStaff, Inc. seeks a Licensed Architect (Multi-Family) for design, documentation, and construction administration of new developments in Greater Boston.

The candidate will collaborate with internal teams, manage multiple projects, and ensure design intent throughout construction. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, is licensed, and brings 5+ years of experience in commercial, multifamily, or residential projects.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect with 5+ years of architectural experience in commercial, multifamily, mixed-use or residential projects.
• Experience preparing construction documents and construction administration.
• Knowledge of building products, construction methods, detailing, and applicable building codes.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project coordination skills; ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs and construction documents for commercial and residential developments.
• Assist with prototype building design, planning, and modifications for future developments.
• Participate in conceptual site planning and property layout during early development stages.
• Coordinate with in-house development, civil engineering, construction, and project management teams.
• Prepare and review architectural drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform quantity takeoffs using AutoCAD Quantity Takeoff software.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining project specifications; review materials and finish selections.
• Process and review RFIs, ASIs, submittals, PCOs.
• Review product data, shop drawings, and MEP coordination documents.
• Conduct field visits to monitor construction progress and ensure design intent.
• Attend construction meetings and coordinate with contractors and consultants.
• Assist with code compliance, permitting, and regulatory coordination.
• Stay current with building codes.

Skills

AutoCAD

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Job Title

Licensed Architect (Multi-Family)

Position Location

Greater Boston, MA

Approx. Length of Position

Direct Hire

Degree Required

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Architecture

As the in-house Licensed Architect, you will assist with the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of new developments, renovations, and prototype building designs. The ideal candidate enjoys working across multiple project phases and is comfortable collaborating with internal project managers, consultants, contractors, and municipal agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs and construction documents for commercial and residential developments.
• Assist with prototype building design, planning, and modifications for future developments.
• Participate in conceptual site planning and property layout during the early stages of development.
• Coordinate closely with in-house development, civil engineering, construction, and project management teams.
• Prepare and review architectural drawings using AutoCAD.
• Perform quantity takeoffs utilizing AutoCAD Quantity Takeoff software.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining project specifications based on lessons learned and best practices.
• Review building materials, product selections, and finish recommendations.
• Process and review; RFIs (Requests for Information),ASIs (Architect's Supplemental Instructions)
• Submittals, PCOs (Proposed Change Orders)
• Review product data, shop drawings, and MEP coordination documents.
• Conduct field visits to monitor construction progress and ensure design intent is maintained.
• Attend construction meetings and coordinate with contractors and consultants.
• Assist with code compliance, permitting, and regulatory coordination.
• Stay current with building codes

Required Qualifications

• Licensed Architect
• 5+ years of architectural experience within commercial, multifamily, mixed-use, or residential projects.
• Experience preparing construction documents and construction administration.
• Knowledge of building products, construction methods, detailing, and applicable building codes.
• Experience reviewing shop drawings, submittals, RFIs, and change orders.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project coordination skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Multi-state architectural licensure is a plus.

Technical / Software skills

• Strong AutoCAD proficiency