Project Architect

Job Description

INNOVA Architects is seeking a full-time Project Architect to manage federal design service contracts with the Department of Defense and other local government agencies. To be considered, candidates must possess extensive experience and capability managing clients, staff (architecture and engineering disciplines), consultants and project design as a whole. The applicant must have 10 years’ experience in either architecture for buildings.

This position provides management and guidance through the design process. You would take a lead role and be relied upon to generate solutions and uphold quality control and technical standards during each phase of design. Being sensitive to budgets, schedules and timing, you would tailor designs to accomplish stated goals and create spaces that instill pride in the owners and the community.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a licensed Architect, take great pride in your work, be able to manage the “big picture” while focusing on the details, be a capable leader and have a deep desire to create great Architecture that impacts communities.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Professional Degree in Architecture - preferably Bachelor or Master of Architecture, or eligible work experience for registration (AIA)
• Licensed as a WA state architect (required)
• 8+ years’ experience in all architectural design phases - Programming through Closeout, and 5 years as a licensed Architect.
• Proficient with construction codes and jurisdictional requirements.
• Adept at coordinating design teams and technical consultants as well as Owners.
• Fluent in current BIM modeling tools and workflows such as Autodesk Revit.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills- both internally and externally.
• Organized, detail-oriented, self-starter, and team asset.
• NCARB, LEED AP, and / or BCA accreditation a plus.

INNOVA provides excellent benefits within a collaborative and positive work environment.

Benefits include : 401(k) Plan

Health Insurance– employer-provided

Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits may include but are not limited to :

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We value the contributions of every individual as an important part of our team and celebrate their successes. While the above qualifications are important, we’re also interested in hearing about your individual path into the field of architecture – please include a cover letter that describes the unique strengths you bring to this kind of position.

We are looking for an individual who :

We offer the opportunity to work with a variety of clients, including local government agencies, housing authorities, non-profits, federal agencies, port authorities, private business owners, developers, park districts, and more.