Architect II

Hobbs+Black Architects • Grand Rapids, MI

8h • Hybrid

About The Position

Hobbs+Black Architects is seeking an Architect II to balance project leadership with client management, team influence, and business development. The role is responsible for detailing complicated project designs or construction drawing assignments in collaboration with project teams, applying technical proficiency, problem-solving expertise, work experience, and project constraints.

The firm works across healthcare, education, civic, mixed-use, commercial, residential, and other project types to create aesthetically pleasing, functional, and sustainable spaces. The Architect II uses strong technical expertise to develop detailed construction documents and apply knowledge of building codes, building systems, site planning, zoning, bid packages, submittals, fieldwork, scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating.

The position is based in a hybrid work environment, with three days in the office and two days remote. The firm describes its studio culture as collaborative, flexible, and centered on teamwork and a shared passion for design.

Requirements

• Eight or more years of related architectural work experience.
• Professional degree in architecture from an NCARB-accredited program.
• Architectural licensure; U.S. licensure preferred.
• Experience using Revit to produce quality documents.
• Proficiency working in Bluebeam to review and coordinate team documentation.
• Effective presentation and communication skills.
• English-language communication and client-interface skills.
• Ability to navigate project sites.
• Valid driver's license.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Skills in interior and exterior architectural detailing, code review and compliance, specifications, site analysis and zoning review, cost estimating, schedule management, QA/QC review, construction administration management, and consultant coordination.

Nice To Haves

• U.S. architectural licensure.

Responsibilities

• Detail complicated project designs or construction drawing assignments with a project team.
• Review and oversee construction administration and documentation.
• Ensure accurate code reviews.
• Serve as the primary project contact for clients.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive design presentations and architectural models to communicate project intent.
• Participate in the firm's business development.
• Mentor and lead other architects and technicians.
• Coordinate project work involving building systems, site planning, zoning, bid packages, submittals, fieldwork, scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level