Job Details
WJA Design Collaborative believes great ideas are born out of thoughtful, passionate discussions and challenging individual ideas for the best solution possible. With work ranging from planning, programming and feasibility studies to complex design and construction projects we strive to maintain a high level of service, while maintaining a culture with our staff that is interactive, engaging and fun.
We are currently seeking an Architectural Designer. Applicants shall have worked in the field of Architecture a minimum of 8 years (post professional degree), and preferably have been licensed.
Why choose WJA Design Collaborative?
- A multidiscipline firm that has been in business for 50 years and places a high value on integrated design approach to our services
- Complex projects creating high performance buildings both in the Pacific Northwest and throughout United States.
- You will be able to work in concert with others providing guidance and leadership to others.
- A firm that believes in hiring the right staff for the long-term.
- A blended work schedule that includes time in our Seattle waterfront office and from your home office.
- Competitive salary and benefits: medical, vision, dental, Health Saving Account, Flexible Spending Account, transit, 401K, continuing education.
- Salary Range 80-125K DOE.
- Well rounded role in Architecture, working in all stages of design from early concepts through Construction Administration.
What you ll need to be successful:
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture: BArch or related.
- Communication skills that enhance client relationships and collaboration with team members
- Willingness to embrace sustainable design practices, and holistic design approaches.
- Desire for continued professional growth and willingness to provide mentorship to younger staff.
- Ability to work in multiple project roles depending on the team structure, ranging from project management to production of working drawings, specification writing, technical narrative writing, graphics and marketing assistance.
The appropriate level of knowledge, experience, and skills related to position applying for in these areas:
- Creativity that produces thoughtful design solutions for complex commercial projects. Strong conceptual design and schematic design skills.
- Technical skills: construction documents, code review, construction administration and experience in Revit, Sketch-up and AutoCAD. Experience with rendering in Twin Motion (or similar) and working proficiency in Adobe s Creative Cloud Suite a plus.
Ready to join us? Email WJA at ...@wja-dc.com, let us know the position you are applying for and include your resume and portfolio link.
WJA Design Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.
Industry
- Architecture and Planning
Employment Type
Full-t