Architect

Become a part of the Evolution Architecture family and join a legacy of professionals dedicated to supporting building restoration in the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

The Evolution impact.
Our team is the foundation of our company. We invest deeply in our employees to help them be the best they can be—prioritizing their professional development and work-life balance. Every team member enjoys:

Growth opportunities
Professional development resources
Work-life balance
A positive workplace

Location Seattle

Job Type Regular, Full-Time

Overview

Our company focuses on building envelope restoration, renovation, consulting, and project management on multifamily, Class A office, medical facilities, hotels, and more. Our work consists of three major stages: intensive investigation and documentation, designing custom solutions and details, and onsite observation and project management of repairs.

Evolution Architecture’s holistic approach enables us to develop the best solutions to problems of any size. We work with some of the largest commercial and residential property management companies, building engineering teams, and property asset groups in Washington, including Columbia Center, Smith Tower, Two Union Square, T-Mobile Headquarters, and the Bellevue Collection.

This role focuses on multi-family re-clad/renovation work with some opportunity for commercial renovation/envelope work.

Responsibilities

Preparation of construction documents for cost estimating, permitting, and construction.
Perform field observations to document existing conditions for site specific repair details
Field measurement for as-built plan preparation
Prepare façade design and color studies (Revit, Sketchup, Photoshop, or a combination)
Attend client meetings and assist with client communication, consultant coordination, and overall project organization and scheduling

Qualifications

Building envelope and detailing experience (siding, roofing, weather resistive barriers, flashings, waterproofing, etc.)
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Building envelope and detailing experience (siding, roofing, weather resistive barriers, flashings, waterproofing,
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Minimum 3-6 years of professional experience in architecture
Construction administration experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Permitting experience with local jurisdictions a plus
Interest or experience in façade design a plus

Compensation & Benefits

Bonus: Twice yearly bonus based on performance and profitability
Health Care (eligible after 60 day probationary period): Medical & Dental – 100% coverage for employees and 80% coverage for dependents
Paid Leave: (11) Paid Holidays | Unlimited Paid Vacation (eligible after 90 day probationary period)
Sick Leave: 5 days (eligible after 3-month probationary period)

12 weeks (3 months) paid maternity / paternity / adoption leave
Monthly Vehicle Allowance
Monthly Cellphone Allowance
401k with 4% Employer March (available after 6-months)