Project Architect

WRNS Studio; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

WRNS Studio in Seattle is looking for a Project Architect to lead design teams from concept to construction on diverse projects. This role requires strong leadership, coordination with consultants, and hands-on documentation throughout all project phases.

The candidate should have a professional architecture degree, licensure, and substantial experience with interior workplace projects. Proficiency in Rhino, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is expected, with a focus on collaboration on-site at

Qualifications

• Must have a professional degree in architecture (BArch / MArch).
• Licensed architect with LEED accreditation a plus.
• Minimum 8+ years of architectural and planning experience with strong leadership and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all project phases from concept to construction.
• Coordinate with consultants and engage clients to align vision and deliverables.
• Oversee documentation from concept through entitlement to permit submission and construction administration.

Skills

Leadership

Design leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Professional Architecture Degree (BArch/MArch)

Tools

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

WRNS Studio is seeking a Project Architect for our Seattle studio.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases of projects, from concept to construction on various sizes and levels of complexity
• Provide project team leadership and coordinate with consultants to engage clients, aligning vision and deliverables
• Participate in production and oversee documentation of projects from concept, through entitlement, to permit submission
• Oversee construction administration, ensuring design intent is maintained through execution
• Exercise knowledge of architectural design, detailing, building materials, and construction techniques
• Work independently and as part of a project team, collaborating effectively to achieve excellence in design and sustainability

Requirements

• Professional Degree in Architecture (BArch / MArch)
• Registered, licensed architect (LEED accreditation a plus)
• Minimum 8+ years of architectural and planning experience with strong technical, design, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience leading medium to large-scale projects
• Preferred candidate will have some experience with interior architecture, especially for workplace
• Experience working in all phases of architectural projects, including Construction Administration
• Experience permitting projects through local Authorities-Having-Jurisdiction
• Strong knowledge of local building codes
• Proficiency in Rhino, Sketchup, and Adobe Creative Suite – or a variety of conceptual design, rendering, and presentation graphics software platforms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and problem-solving skills

Work location

Please note, this position is expected to work on-site. WRNS has found that working together and in-person is essential to our collaboration, communication, continuous learning, productivity and innovation.