ABOUT THE POSITION

Are you ready for the next step in your architecture career? Do you want to flex a little more design muscle, lead projects, and work closely with clients? We have been awarded important and meaningful projects and have extensive history with UW System campuses, libraries, churches, commercial and residential work.

We are looking for an experienced, design-focused, and resourceful PROJECT ARCHITECT to join our collaborative team. An Architecture Professional degree and a minimum of 5 years’ experience are expected, but we would also like to talk with you about how you work – with co-workers, clients and prospective clients. This integral position will lead, develop and oversee all aspects of the architectural process for each project and will play an upfront role in the firm. Are you comfortable meeting with clients? Pitching ideas? Explaining the process?

We have a flexible workweek, typically working 9-hour days Monday-Thursday so we can enjoy a 4-hour day every Friday with our afternoons free.

EXPECTED QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Architect
• Proficient in Revit
• Proficient with direct client contact
• Able to collaborate with co-workers and clients to produce the best design solutions to projects/challenges
• Able to learn and implement our firm’s project development process from start to completion

ABOUT US

Located in La Crosse, Wisconsin, we are a 13-person firm, working out of our own LEED-certified building that we designed and constructed in 2008. Our office is tucked into a wooded area alongside the wetlands and a walking/biking path that leads to the Mississippi River and downtown La Crosse and serves as a prime example of our design sensibility. Founded in 1981 by Val Schute, the architectural firm has evolved into a thriving practice with six studios, two partners and many long-time clients. Our foundation is collaborating with clients, and we believe “joint authorship leads to joint ownership.”

We offer a generous benefits package that includes PTO, paid holidays, health, dental, disability and life insurance, a 401K retirement plan with company match, discounted YMCA membership, Employee Assistance Program, continuing education opportunities and professional development, as well as paid community involvement and volunteer initiatives.

ABOUT THE AREA

We are located in a beautifully scenic area of western Wisconsin, surrounded by the Mississippi River, rolling hills and tree-covered bluffs. Known as the Driftless Area, which is topography characterized by steep, forested ridges, and deeply carved river valleys, we enjoy all the activities that come with living along a major river and sculpted bluffs. Outdoor enthusiasts love the area for cycling, fishing, boating, skiing and hiking. We are lucky to experience all four seasons, and we celebrate during each one of those seasons with festivals, art events, concerts and our famous Oktoberfest every fall. With a population of a little more than 100,000 people in La Crosse and the surrounding areas, we are small enough to offer an affordable lifestyle with easy commutes, but large enough to offer top notch healthcare options, a vibrant downtown along the river, and plenty of retail shopping and housing. La Crosse also boasts a robust higher education community, with the University of Wisconsin – La Crosse, Viterbo University and Western Technical College campuses all located within the city limits.

TO APPLY

Applications are being accepted until April 30th or until filled. Submittals should include your letter of interest, resume and portfolio.

River Architects is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,400.00 - $114,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Revit: 5 years (Required)
• AutoCad: 5 years (Required)
• professional: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Registered Architect (Required)

Work Location: In person