Architect

Title: Architect II

Reports to: Architect III / Senior Project Architect

Dept: Architecture | Design & Technical Production

Location: Royal Oak, MI (hybrid eligible)

Leading firm is seeking Architects of all levels to join our production team as skilled, independent contributors. You will work across multiple project phases on healthcare and commercial work, take on real technical responsibility, and be supported by a senior team that invests in your development. You will be contributing to design, code research, consultant coordination, and construction administration from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Develop architectural drawings and details across multiple project phases with growing independence, under periodic direction from senior staffPerform code and zoning research (IBC, ADA/ABA, state and local codes); compile, document, and present findings to senior staff with increasing accuracy and depthCoordinate with project team members and consultants on drawing production, model updates, and design issue resolutionParticipate in design team meetings and site visits; begin contributing substantively to technical discussionsAssist with specification sections and product research under senior guidance; develop familiarity with CSI format and spec writing conventionsSupport construction administration tasks, including RFI draft preparation, submittal logging, and punch list documentationProvide guidance to the Architect I team members on production tasks and standards

Qualifications

A professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program is requiredLicensed Architect preferred5–7 years of professional experience in an architectural firmExperience contributing to multiple project phases (SD through CDs) requiredProficiency in Revit required; experience with AutoCAD and Bluebeam a plusSolid working knowledge of building codes, construction materials, and project delivery methodsDemonstrated ability to work with increasing independence on a defined project scope