Senior Architect & Project Manager – Custom Homes

AIA Central Valley; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 days paid time off

Simple IRA with 3% employer match

Health and vision plan

Continuing education stipend

Job summary

DeForest Architects is seeking an Architect and Project Manager for our Seattle studio and a Lake Tahoe, CA presence. The role requires strong design plus project management for complex custom residential projects across the Pacific Northwest and California.

We value land-use understanding, detailing discipline, and excellent client communication. Licensure in WA or CA is preferred but not required; relocation may be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of overall experience in the field.
• Experience on complex custom residential projects and construction administration.
• Knowledge of wood frame construction and detailing.
• Licensure in WA or CA preferred, but not required.
• Self-sufficient, good team player and time management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to multiple project teams as needed.
• Provide support for project teams and principals.
• Project management including client and team communication.
• Design under supervision of project leads and principals.
• Production of construction documents, details and specifications.
• Handle code research, complex land use issues, and permitting.

Skills

Architectural design

Project management

Client communication

Construction documentation

Team collaboration

Tools

ArchiCAD

Job description

DeForest Architects is seeking an Architect and Project Manager for our Seattle studio and a Lake Tahoe, CA presence. The role requires strong design plus project management for complex custom residential projects across the Pacific Northwest and California.

We value land-use understanding, detailing discipline, and excellent client communication. Licensure in WA or CA is preferred but not required; relocation may be considered for the right candidate.