The Project Architect plays a key role in supporting our values of design and technical excellence at the firm. As a project architect you are invited to follow your passions and collaborate with a variety of enthusiastic team members. This role guides projects through schematic design including design development, construction documents and construction administration. The Project Architect is responsible for exercising independent judgement in evaluation, selection, and use of standard architectural techniques and problem solving. We do require experience as a licensed architect for this role.
The Project Architect is expected to work within budget and schedule to meet project scope. This team member also plays a key role in promoting social and environmentally responsible design practices through respectful and informed discussions with clients. The Project Architect role develops project designs in collaboration with the project team to meet client needs and engages in professional development efforts through mentoring and participation in MHTN provided and paid continuing education opportunities. We believe mentoring is a two-way street! Other key tasks include collaborating with the Project Manager to organize the project and document production.
Here is a list of the key skills which we seek for this role:
Experience with building and accessibility codes and regulatory standards
Demonstrated verbal and written communication
Effectively collaborate with project teams
Presenting information in a clear and concise manner
Well organized and detail-oriented
Creative and forward thinking
Firm understanding of engineering systems, equipment, technology requirements, detailing and how they relate to construction.
Proficient in Revit, SketchUp, Adobe, Microsoft
Ability and willingness to collaborate remotely as needed – including phone and video conferencing
Why MHTN?
We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and self-motivated contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion. We demonstrate our commitment to our team members by offering the following benefits.
Suite of insurance benefits (including Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and more!)
401k with employer match
Annual discretionary bonus opportunity for all employees
Company-Paid Continuing Education and mentorship programs
Paid licensure and industry memberships
Flexible Paid Time Off
Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
This position is a full-time salaried, overtime exempt position.
MHTN Architects is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
MHTN Architects creates memorable and meaningful places for people. Established in 1923, we are an intermountain west Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Architecture, and Planning firm committed to a culture of design excellence. We serve clients with expertise and innovation in Higher Education, Commercial, K-12 Education, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Civic, Cultural and Religious project design. With a staff size of 80, seven Core Values drive our actions: Design, Social & Environmental Responsibility, Teamwork, Technical Excellence, Empowerment, Respect, and Service. We offer a collaborative work environment that promotes professional growth and advancement. We seek team members who have a passion for designing built environments and self-motivated contributors that will embrace and expand our culture of inclusion.