Senior Project Architect

Catalano Architects Employer:
Boston, MA, USLocation:
Wed, Sep 4 '24Posted on:
Full-timeType:

Catalano Architects, a boutique architecture firm founded in 1987, is seeking a Senior Project Architect to join our dynamic team, delivering design excellence in the high-end residential market throughout New England. 

We are looking for a registered architect with an understanding and appreciation of domestic New England architecture, with a passion for designing for performance, resilience, longevity, and a respect for environmental responsibility. Your portfolio should primarily consist of high-end single-family projects. We are a small nimble team with opportunities for upward mobility. 

Experience and capacity in all phases of the design process is a must, from Schematic Design to Construction Administration, with the ability to generate strong conceptual and schematic designs. Outstanding presentation and communication skills are required along with the ability to be an active listener, motivated team builder, and proactive problem solver. 

The ideal candidate will have direct experience effectively managing design and construction teams to meet project milestones and budgets. If you are creative, driven, and results-oriented with a strong design curiosity and passion for innovation, we’d love to hear from you. 

Requirements: 

• 7+ years of professional design and project management experience
• Professional degree in Architecture (BArch or MArch)
• Excellence/proficiency in hand drawing 
• Strong conceptual design and schematic design skills 
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills  
• Proficiency in BIM software
• Experience developing and coordinating construction drawings, design details, and technical systems 

Responsibilities: 

• Take initiative to lead and work with project teams and the firm’s leaders to develop initial design concepts and transform them into building solutions, ensuring the design intent is maintained throughout the design evolution 
• Effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Collaboratively lead interdisciplinary teams of clients, design partners, and consultants to achieve a shared design vision 
• Research architectural precedents to inform project design possibilities 
• Develop graphics and visualizations for design presentations
• Business development and client-facing role 

Things we value, but are not required to apply: 

• Experience guiding projects through the general permitting and construction process
• Knowledge of energy efficiency building techniques as they pertain to high performance buildings
• Strong understanding of building science, building systems, and resilient design
• LEED, WELL, or Passive House certification is a plus 

CA wants to know about you: 

• Who is your biggest design influence? 
• Why did you pursue a career in architecture? 
• If you could go to any home in the world, where would you go? 

This is a full time, in-office role with the opportunity to be hybrid. 

Catalano Architects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation gender identity, genetic information, uniformed military, or veteran status. The firm strives to consistently base employment on individual merit, knowledge, similar values, and competence. Equal opportunity extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including hiring, training, compensation, benefits, layoffs, and all other terms of employment. 

Founded in 1987, Catalano Architects is a boutique residential architecture firm located in Boston, MA that believes architecture has the ability and responsibility to enliven the collective experience and bring joy to everyday life. By designing for performance, resilience, and longevity, the team delivers solutions that are the most effective form of environmental responsibility. A historic understanding of architecture fuels and informs the firm’s exceptionally high standards—allowing the team to discover and define the details that lead to timeless, remarkable design.

If you are interested in joining our team, please submit your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (PDF or URL) to careers@catalanoarchitects.com. No calls please.