Project Architect I — Design Leadership & Mentorship

EHDD; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

EHDD is seeking a thoughtful and passionate Project Architect I to join our Seattle team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an award-winning practice that values rigorous experimentation and implementation and supports professional development.

The role involves independent design and documentation coordination, including development of design drawings and technical documentation, while leading project team assignments and coordinating with consultants, contractors, and agencies.

Qualifications

• Professional degree from an accredited school of architecture.
• LEED or similar accreditation preferred.
• Licensed in WA.
• 5-10 years experience in a design or architectural practice.
• Strong 3D visualization skills and ability to communicate design direction to a client.
• Proficiency with Revit (required), AutoCAD and other 3D modeling software.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite [Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint].
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Well-rounded design, presentation and technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to and coordinates concept design, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation, in collaboration with the Senior Project Architect and Project Manager.
• Plan, develop, and execute technical documentation which may include interpreting, organizing, and coordinating project team assignments and coordinating with consultants, contractors, fabricators and regulatory agencies.
• Perform construction administration duties, including RFIs, submittals, bulletins, site observations, etc.
• Execute applicable agency review analysis, including accessibility, zoning, life safety, etc.
• Manage early client relationships under the direction of Project Manager.
• Mentor and train junior staff members.
• Contribute to a creative and congenial office environment.
• Support the firm's mission through behavior consistent with the core values.

Skills

3D visualization

Client communication

Mentoring

Design coordination

Leadership

Education

Professional degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

3DS Max

Grasshopper

Job description

EHDD is seeking a thoughtful and passionate Project Architect I to join our Seattle team. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of an award-winning practice that values rigorous experimentation and implementation and supports professional development.

The role involves independent design and documentation coordination, including development of design drawings and technical documentation, while leading project team assignments and coordinating with consultants, contractors, and agencies.