Architectural Staff 2 / Architect 2
SMR Architects is an architectural firm with a simple mission – to put people first. We craft inspired environments where people want to live, learn, work, and play, and we operate under the ethic that everyone deserves enduring, quality design based on conscientious planning and principles of sustainability. For us, architecture is about the people and community who ultimately use a building. Our practice focuses on affordable housing, renovation & historic preservation, sustainable design, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development.
SMR recognizes great design comes from a wide variety of voices. We embrace diversity and equal opportunity, and the benefits they provide to our company, our clients, and our community. We are committed to building a team that provides cultural richness and multiple perspectives. The more inclusive and diverse we are, the better our work is. SMR is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
SMR Architects is seeking an Architectural Staff 2/Architect 2 person to join our passionate, mission-focused, and award-winning practice in Pioneer Square, Seattle. This individual will be a key member of our office, individual project teams, and will contribute significantly to our overall success.
The ideal candidate has an architectural degree and minimum of 6 years’ work experience; is self-motivated; has excellent communication and interpersonal skills; is committed to positively contributing to a strong and diverse community; and is interested in working on mission driven projects. Applicants should have experience with all design phases, project documentation, detailing, and a basic understanding of building, land use, and energy codes. A working knowledge of Revit is required. Prior experience with multi-family housing, renovation, and/or historic preservation projects is highly desired. This position requires a minimum of 60% in-office work.
SMR offers a creative and collaborative work environment. Benefits include medical, dental and vision insurance, with employee premiums fully covered; ten paid holidays; initial two weeks’ vacation; ORCA transit pass; 401(k) retirement plan with 3% Safe Harbor match and discretionary profit sharing. For individuals pursuing licensure, SMR supports NCARB’s Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and provides opportunities for staff to work on all phases and facets of projects of varying size, scope, and style. We encourage pursuit of licensure and provide access to Architecture Registration Exam (ARE) study material as well as partially covering the cost of exam fees and paying for the initial licensing period.
Wage Range: $69,500 – $85,600 / $74,900 – $90,950
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter with relevant work experience to [email protected].
