Senior Technical Architect

Description

• Establishes and maintains documentation standards and QA/QC protocols across projects.
• Coordinates closely with consultants, contractors, and internal teams to align construction specifications with architectural intent.
• Serves as main point of contact for the Architecture team on technical design and constructability questions.
• Maintains and updates Technical Architecture documentation standard work procedures and templates.
• Works with architectural staff to resolve technical issues during design and construction phases, ensuring timely and cost-effective solutions.
• Ensures technical accuracy, code compliance, and constructability of all architectural drawings and specifications.
• Owns the quality assurance process for all project documentation, including redlining, peer reviews, and coordination checks.
• Identifies opportunities and drives continuous improvement related to document production quality, completeness, efficiency, standardization, and execution.
• Participates in site visits and construction meetings to monitor progress and ensure fidelity to design and delivery standards.
• Fosters a collaborative environment that promotes technical excellence and continuous improvement.
• Works closely with the VP of Architecture and other key real estate, design, and construction stakeholders within the company to integrate and improve overall business effectiveness.
• Contributes to standardized processes for company BIM software system.
• Researches and maintains thorough understanding of building codes; construction industry and practices; and market trends.

Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to work in office Monday – Friday, within core business hours of 8AM-5PM
• Ability to make reasonable, rational, quick decisions while under pressure and when faced with unexpected occurrences or delays.
• Ability to work independently with little direction or oversight.
• Ability to adopt MN processes and standards.
• This position requires frequent use of a computer, including keyboard functions and visual acuity of 20 inches or fewer on a daily basis
• 10+ years experience in a technical architecture role
• Ability to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to demonstrate Revit and BIM360/Collaborate Pro knowledge and skills.
• Ability to model and reinforce actions and behaviors consistent with the Company's values, mission and culture.
• Ability to effectively multitask and juggle multiple, simultaneous demands.
• 5+ years progressive experience working with teams of technical professionals
• Ability to demonstrate a thorough understanding of building codes and technical architecture best practices in residential wood frame construction.
• Registered Professional Architect (RA – Washington State preferred)
• Experience with wood-frame single-family residential construction
• Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal as well as verbal and written communication skills.
• NAAB-accredited degree in Architecture or related field is required
• Ability to demonstrate advanced Bluebeam Revu skills.
• Previous experience developing and implementing architectural quality assurance reviews and programs is highly preferred

Benefits

• Lifestyle reimbursement account
• Critical illness insurance
• 401(K) with generous company match, no vesting schedule, and access to professional financial advisors
• Free onsite parking
• 100% employer-paid life insurance
• Complimentary snacks & beverages
• New iPhone for your personal and business use
• Company paid events
• Paid medical and family leave
• 100% covered employee premiums for medical and dental self-coverage
• 100 % employer-paid long term disability insurance
• 20 days of PTO & 9 holidays

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance