General

SCB is an award winning multi-disciplinary design firm with a national presence. We are looking for a creative, passionate, and driven designer to work on mixed-use multi-family, mixed-use, commercial office and higher education projects in our Seattle office. We’re located in the heart of downtown Seattle in the historic Skinner Building, with easy access to Pike Place Market and public transportation.

At SCB everyone touches the design. Our team is nimble, creative, and efficient. Our designs are responsive, responsible, and distinctive. Our people come from a range of backgrounds, and we value the varied perspectives, experience, and expertise they bring to their work.

Ideal candidates will exhibit a passion for design, show a willingness to work in a collaborative environment, and possess a good understanding of building materials, systems, details and construction techniques. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of talented and collaborative professionals on all aspects of project design and development under the direct supervision of a Principal. You will also closely collaborate with the project team, including consultants, to prepare design studies, graphic representations, technical drawings, and other materials related to architectural design.

Essential Skills/Attributes

Interested candidate should have the following qualifications:

• Accredited professional degree in architecture
• 8 – 15 years post-graduate, full-time working experience in an architectural firm
• Licensed Architect in the U.S. preferred
• Type 1, Type 3, Type 5 multi-family residential project experience
• Commercial office and higher education experience preferred
• Values superior client service
• Passion for design, a pulse on emerging trends, and a developed point of view about your work
• A strong design sensibility and attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for utilizing a diverse set of approaches to creative problem solving
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, hands-on, creative environment
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Enscape, Sketchup or Rhino, Affinity Publisher/Photo and Adobe Creative Suite
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement project design philosophy and work toward the successful execution of the project through design and construction phases
• Support the development of design and technical drawings, visualizations, and studies as directed by project leaders
• Assist with design, drafting, rendering, and the creation of digital and physical models
• Understand the overarching project design philosophy in executing your work
• Manage time and organize tasks effectively to meet project deadlines
• Collaborate with team members and communicate clearly with all stakeholders
• Demonstrate knowledge of building materials, construction systems, detailing and basic construction methods
• Apply basic zoning, building, and accessibility codes to assigned work
• Seek guidance when needed, while also showing initiative in problem-solving
• Support the project and studio team with a positive, team-first attitude and a willingness to learn

Compensation

• Salary: $85,000 – $115,000 depending on experience
• We support our teams with competitive, comprehensive benefits including, but not limited to, medical, dental, disability, paid holidays and time off, and 401K retirement matching. SCB has an established flexible work environment, and we encourage our employees to lead healthy and balanced lives.

SCB is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity (EEO) in any term, condition or privilege of employment. SCB does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, uniform service member, genetic information or any other status protected by law. SCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we operate.