Architectural Staff II

Hobbs+Black Architects • Lansing, MI

9d • $76,000 - $95,500 • Hybrid

About The Position

Hobbs+Black Architects is seeking an Architectural Staff II to contribute to project leadership, client management, team influence, and business development. The role focuses on detailing complicated project designs and construction drawing assignments, using technical proficiency, problem-solving expertise, work experience, and project constraints to guide work with project teams.

The position supports a range of projects, including healthcare, education, civic, mixed-use, commercial, and residential spaces. The Architectural Staff II applies architectural knowledge and technical expertise to develop detailed construction documents, including knowledge of building codes and systems, site planning, zoning, bid packages, submittals, fieldwork, project scheduling, budgeting, and cost estimating. The work format is hybrid, with three days in the office and two days remote.

Requirements

• Eight or more years of related architectural work experience.
• Experience using Revit to produce quality documents.
• Proficiency with Bluebeam for reviewing and coordinating team documentation.
• Effective presentation and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in an architectural program.
• Ability to navigate project sites.
• Valid driver’s license.
• English-language communication and client-interface skills.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Review and oversee construction administration and documentation.
• Ensure accurate code reviews.
• Serve as the primary project contact with 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.
• Detail complicated project designs or construction drawing assignments.
• Coordinate project work with project teams.

What This Job Offers

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