PRESS Architecture – Project Architect/Manager
www.press-architecture.com
PRESS is an award-winning architecture firm based in Spokane, Washington. Since establishing the office in 2021, the firm has quickly grown its portfolio including multifamily, light industrial and advanced manufacturing facilities, retail, adaptive reuse, and custom single family. PRESS has also established itself as the Inland NW’s leading mass timber design firm.
We strongly believe collaboration is foundational to project success – which forms the basis for our relationship with clients, consultants, and contractors. Egos are left at the door; we roll up our sleeves and dive into projects together with our teams.
PRESS is seeking a Project Architect / Manager who is ready for the next step in their professional career and development.
The Project Architect / Manager position will work collaboratively with our senior staff and oversee multiple projects. Responsibilities across any given day may include project management, schedule development, feasibility and concept design, quality control review of junior staff work, Revit drafting, client engagement, consultant coordination, liaising with governing jurisdictions, and specification review. This position will also be responsible for owning their project budgets and schedules – working closely with the Principal Architect to ensure project and office success.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are required – in addition to design and graphic representation clarity. Opportunities to support the firm’s growth abound – which may extend to client development and community engagement. Everyone leads from their position; how we lead is key to our success as a practice.
Qualifications
Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Architecture
Architectural license or positive progress towards architectural licensure
Minimum 8 years of professional experience and 12+ years preferred
Strong design, graphic, and communication skills
Be inquisitive, nimble, and collaborative
Proven history of critical thinking and design exploration, client engagement
Proficiency in conceptual design, space planning, construction document development
Proficiency in feasibility studies including land use evaluation
Strong proficiency in building and Washington State energy code implementation and navigation
History of working with governing jurisdictions and procuring building permits
Proficiency in architectural drawing standards and development, including detailing
Be able to run a project from start to finish
Be able to work independently and collaboratively
History of overseeing junior staff preferred
Be able to manage multiple projects at once
Software Know-how
Revit (strong proficiency required)
Sketch-up
Google docs / Word
Adobe CS
Bonus: Lumion or other rendering software
Benefits
Simple IRA with 3% employee match
Eight paid holidays
3 weeks PTO, accrued
Paid annual AIA membership and NCARB dues
Additional Details
Remote work may be a possibility; in-person is preferred (our new office build-out calls you!)
PRESS is a faster paced working environment that also prioritizes balance (work, life, play….)
Our office is ever evolving; if you seek an opportunity to join and help shape a growing architectural practice – let’s chat soon.
Please email resumes and portfolios/work examples.
Applications without portfolios/work examples will not be reviewed.