Project Architect

Position Overview We are seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Project Architect to lead the development of construction documents across a range of residential and light commercial projects. This role is ideal for an architect who genuinely loves the craft of drawing — someone who finds deep satisfaction in the precision of detailing, the choreography of consultant coordination, and the integrity of producing a set that is clear, elegant, buildable, and code-compliant. This position typically involves managing 2 to 3 projects simultaneously, including custom homes, remodels and additions, restaurant tenant improvements, and miscellaneous drafting or systems-development tasks. The ideal candidate thrives in both design-sensitive and technically demanding environments and takes pride in transforming strong design concepts into beautifully resolved construction documents. Key Responsibilities Construction Document Production •     Lead the production and coordination of full construction document sets for 2 to 3 active projects simultaneously •     Develop floor plans, roof plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules from design models and redlines •     Translate Revit-based design information into highly organized, code-compliant drawing sets •     Ensure drawings clearly communicate design intent, constructability, and sequencing to contractors and consultants •     Prepare drawing sets for city plan check, permit submission, and contractor pricing •     Verify compliance with applicable residential and commercial building codes and local jurisdiction requirements Consultant Coordination •     Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical consultants throughout all project phases •     Update architectural plans, sections, and details as consultant drawings evolve •     Integrate structural framing — including beams, posts, headers, hold-downs, steel framing, and cantilevers — into architectural sections and wall details for accurate field execution •     Proactively identify and resolve consultant conflicts before they reach the field Technical Detailing •     Produce clear and technically rigorous detailing for light wood-frame residential construction •     Detail steel framing at large spans, cantilevers, and hillside conditions •     Develop construction details for light gauge steel commercial tenant improvements •     Support restaurant tenant improvement projects including interior layouts and limited exterior modifications Office Standards & Workflow Development •     Contribute to the studio's architectural detail library by organizing and expanding reusable content •     Create AutoCAD and Revit templates for various project types to improve consistency and speed •     Improve documentation workflows and drawing standards across the studio •     Assist with miscellaneous drafting and technical problem-solving as needed Project Types •     High-end custom homes •     Residential remodels and additions •     Hillside and complex light wood-frame structures •     Steel-supported cantilevers and long-span features •     Restaurant tenant improvements •     Miscellaneous drafting and technical systems work Required Skills & Experience •     Strong proficiency in AutoCAD — this is the studio's primary production platform •     Working knowledge of Revit for reading and translating design information into production documents •     Demonstrated experience producing permit-ready and construction document sets •     Deep understanding of light wood-frame construction, building sections, and wall assemblies •     Experience detailing light gauge steel framing and structural integration •     Solid working knowledge of residential and commercial building codes and local jurisdiction requirements •     Proven ability to read, interpret, and coordinate structural, MEP, and consultant drawings •     Excellent organization, file management, and drawing standards discipline •     Experience with custom residential projects and/or restaurant tenant improvements preferred Ideal Candidate Qualities •     Loves the art and discipline of architectural detailing — this is not a background task, it is the heart of the work •     Finds genuine satisfaction in assembling drawing sets that are both technically rigorous and visually clear •     Thinks deeply about how a building actually goes together from structure to finish •     Cares equally about beauty, buildability, and code compliance •     Highly organized and able to track multiple moving parts across several concurrent projects •     Proactive in consultant coordination and capable of catching conflicts before they become field problems •     Enjoys building systems, templates, and libraries that make the whole studio better over time •     Strong communicator with contractors, consultants, and internal design teams •     Takes ownership and pride in producing documents that reduce RFIs and field ambiguity