Staff Architect: Custom Homes & High-End Remodels

Stonewood; Minnesota; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Liberal PTO Policy

Medical insurance with 80% coverage (e

401k plan with 3% match

Mileage Reimbursement

Job summary

Stonewood is seeking a versatile Staff Architect to lead design work on custom homes and high-end remodels. You will collaborate with interior designers, builders, and clients through schematic concepts to permit sets, shaping thoughtful, buildable solutions.

The role offers ownership, mentorship, and room to grow within a collaborative residential design studio focused on craft and quality.”

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch); licensure preferred or in progress.
• Experience from residential project work to leading design teams.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and strong design sensibility.

Responsibilities

• Design Development: Develop design concepts and refine them through schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
• Documentation & Detailing: Produce accurate, well-coordinated drawing sets, details, and specifications that are buildable.
• Client & Team Collaboration: Partner with clients, interior designers, and builders to align on design intent, budget, and schedule.
• Coordination: Coordinate with structural, mechanical, and civil consultants to ensure complete, conflict-free documents.
• Code & Permitting: Ensure designs meet applicable building codes and zoning requirements; support permit submittals and approvals.
• Construction Administration: Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and conduct site visits to ensure the built work reflects the design.
• Mentorship & Studio Culture: Mentor junior staff and contribute to a positive, collaborative studio environment.

Skills

Design talent

Communication

Organization

Initiative

Construction site experience

Education

B.Arch or M.Arch

Licensure in progress or preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Job description

Stonewood is seeking a versatile Staff Architect to lead design work on custom homes and high-end remodels. You will collaborate with interior designers, builders, and clients through schematic concepts to permit sets, shaping thoughtful, buildable solutions.

The role offers ownership, mentorship, and room to grow within a collaborative residential design studio focused on craft and quality.”