Project Architect | Custom Residential

DeForest Architects is inventive, thoughtful, collaborative, and in need of a Project Architect to work on Custom Residential project in our Lake Tahoe Studio. Learn more about our work and unique client process at: What’s NextWe have a slate of exciting custom residential projects on the boards in California, the Northwest, and the Mountain West. We are committed to staff development and recently launched a strategic planning process to expand firm leadership and foster a culture of design excellence.About YouWe need strong design and project management skills gained from a minimum of 6 years of experience working on challenging projects in all phases, including at least 2 years on complex custom single-family residential projects . Technical knowledge and thoughtful detailing are a must. Excellent communication – with clients and team – and organizational skills should be second nature. We seek:Idea people who are also capable of contributing to projects from start to finish,Collaborators who share their initiative, inspiration, and enthusiasm,Professionals who combine wide expertise with a spirit of discovery, andTalented designers who are devoted to serving clients.Other qualifications:Minimum 6 years of overall experience in the field with at least 2 years working on custom residential projectsExperience managing all phases of design and construction administrationKnowledge of wood frame construction and detailingExperience with complex land use issues, critical areas, and permittingProficiency with ArchiCAD preferredLicensure in WA or CA preferred, but not requiredSelf-sufficient, great team player and responsible time managementA good sense of humor is a prerequisite!Key Responsibilities:Contribute to multiple project teams as needed.Provide support for project teams and principals.Project management including client and team communication.Design under the supervision of project leads and principals.Construction document production, including details and specifications.Code research and compliance, handle complex land use issues, critical areas, and permitting.Compensation:24 days of paid time off - includes holidays and health time.Simple IRA with 3% employer match.Health and vision plan.Continuing education stipend.All applicants must be local to the area, (or willing to relocate at your own expense) and legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.