Architect or Design Technician

Cushing Terrell • Boise, ID

5d • $90,000 - $110,000

About The Position

A Project Architect or Lead brings bold ideas to life — transforming concepts into spaces that people rely on every day. At Cushing Terrell, this role isn’t just about buildings; it’s about designing with imagination, empathy, and purpose. You’ll help lead projects from early design vision through construction, collaborating closely with clients, consultants, and our multidisciplinary teams to ensure every detail aligns with performance, sustainability, and long-term value. With a focus on grocery and retail architecture, you’ll shape highly populated environments that balance efficiency, customer experience, technology, and brand storytelling. From unforgettable storefronts and thriving departments to operational back-of-house systems, your work will help businesses thrive while elevating the daily lives of the communities they serve.

Requirements

• NAAB-accredited Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree
• 8+ years job-related work experience with demonstrated competence leading projects, teams and clients
• Experienced and passionate about Grocery and Retail

Nice To Haves

• Current architect license/registration is a plus, not a must

Responsibilities

• Proven Track record of exceptional client management
• Must be able to take a project from start to finish
• This position will manage multiple projects at once
• This is a fast paced environment with lots of moving parts so you must have good time management skills
• Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts
• Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams
• Prepare contract documents for building contractors
• Complete construction cost estimates
• Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects
• Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team
• Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews
• Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections
• Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects
• Seal and signs permit documents on projects if licensed
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Develop and maintain external and internal client relationships

Benefits

• We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team.
• View our Employee Benefits Guide for more information .
• This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees