Remote Architectural Designer - Sustainable Housing Solutions

Placements24; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Medical aid

Pension fund

Professional development

Social impact projects

Remote team culture

Cutting-edge resources

Flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Architectural Designer for a fully remote role focused on sustainable and affordable housing. You will develop designs for single- to multi-unit projects, prioritize energy efficiency, and collaborate with a distributed team across disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, 4+ years of residential or sustainable design experience, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and rendering tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of architectural design experience in residential or sustainable projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and rendering tools.
• Knowledge of LEED/Green Star is a plus.
• Strong visualization and communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently and manage time to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of affordable housing typologies and construction challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural designs for sustainable housing across scales.
• Incorporate passive design, renewables, and sustainable materials.
• Prepare drawings, 3D models, and specifications with industry software.
• Collaborate remotely with project managers, engineers, and partners.
• Research and apply innovative sustainable tech for affordable housing.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and energy standards.
• Support design reviews and contribute to design standards.
• Assist in project documentation and presentations.
• Contribute to development of firm-wide sustainable design standards.
• Maintain open communication with team in a remote setting.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Architectural Designer for a fully remote role focused on sustainable and affordable housing. You will develop designs for single- to multi-unit projects, prioritize energy efficiency, and collaborate with a distributed team across disciplines.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture, 4+ years of residential or sustainable design experience, and proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and rendering tools.