Architect / Designer
Company Website UPWARD Architecture
UPWARD Architecture is seeking a Project Architect with 5-15 years of professional experience to join our growing firm.
Our work encompasses architecture and interior design, so candidates must be able to work on a variety of project types. Job responsibilities will include design exploration, consultant coordination, presentation and production drawings, digital modeling/rendering, technical research and detailing, and construction administration.
UPWARD is a small, Seattle-based, design focused Architecture and Interiors firm currently working on numerous adaptive reuse, automotive, manufacturing, hospitality, recreation and custom residential projects in Washington State. For more information on our work and ethos, visit www.upwardarchitecture.com.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
– A portfolio that demonstrates a thoughtful and rigorous design process
– Demonstrated proficiency in Revit, SketchUP, ADOBE Creative Suite, and hand drawing/sketching
– Verbal, written, and graphic skills necessary to communicate concepts and design solutions to team members, clients, consultants and contractors
– A passion for elegant detailing and material selection/specification that reinforce a project’s design intent
– Ability to work collaboratively and independently on design, presentation, and construction documentation efforts
– Ability to research and resolve technical issues
– Professional Degree in Architecture
– Working knowledge of the International Building Code and local/regional (Seattle, King County, etc.) permitting processes
Our office is a fun and informal studio atmosphere near the Ferry Terminal in Downtown Seattle.
We offer competitive compensation, matching 401K retirement plan, health/vision/dental insurance benefits, performance-based bonuses, paid holidays and time off, and financial support for continuing education.
Please email résumé and work examples in PDF format to mark@upwardarchitecture.com; we’ll follow up with additional information or to schedule an interview should your skillset match our opening.
