Architect

As part of the team at Bonham & Douglas Architects, you’ll enjoy the benefits of a small-firm culture while working on projects that make a meaningful impact in the community. Located in the cultural hub of Northampton, Massachusetts, our growing firm is just steps from great coffee, lunch spots, and a vibrant arts scene.

Our office is housed in a historic mill building that serves as our home for collaboration. We share knowledge across a tight-knit team while contributing to a diverse portfolio of cultural, workplace, education, residential, and hospitality projects. Our work emphasizes placemaking and buildings designed to stand the test of time. As a team, we strive to create positive change—for our clients’ businesses, brands, and homes—and for the broader communities we serve.

We are looking for a licensed architect and experienced project manager who can lead the design process from start to finish. As a project leader, you will make creative and technical contributions to a variety of projects within the office. You will share your experience and knowledge of the practice of architecture as you mentor and support others in the office. Interest in firm leadership and business development is highly desirable. 

The Role

As a Project Architect, you will lead projects from early design through construction administration, serving as the primary point of coordination for clients, consultants, and internal teams. You will have meaningful influence over both design direction and technical execution, while mentoring junior staff and contributing to the broader growth of the practice. 

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead projects through all phases: schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
• Manage internal teams and coordinate with external consultants
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients
• Manage, review, and produce schematic, design development, and construction documents for projects of wide-ranging size 
• Oversee project documentation, specifications, and technical detailing
• Ensure quality control through internal QA/QC processes
• Lead consultant coordination and integration of building systems
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and professional judgment in solving architectural issues
• Lead meetings with consultants, clients, and within office
• Conduct site visits, review submittals, RFIs, and oversee construction progress
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to a collaborative studio environment

Qualifications:

• NAAB Accredited Architecture Degree (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• Licensed Architect in Massachusetts (or the ability to obtain licensure in Massachusetts)
• 8–12 years of experience in professional architectural office environments
• Strong design sensibility with the ability to carry concepts through technical execution
• Experience leading projects and coordinating consultant teams
• Working knowledge of building codes, specifications, building and engineering systems
• Interest in sustainable and resilient design practices
• Experience working in the public & institutional realm is preferred
• Proficiency in BIM and standard visualization/documentation tools
• Excellent organizational and communications skills
• A positive attitude and genuine excitement for design

Preferred: Experience with public or institutional projects; LEED, WELL, or PHIUS accreditation

Compensation:

Salary range for this position is $75,000-$95,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

We offer a competitive benefit package to all employees.

• 11 paid holidays (including your birthday) plus the last week of December
• 10 days of PTO
• Simple IRA plan with matching contributions    
• 100% Medical insurance premiums covered for individuals
• Core working hours with some flexibility
• Support for professional development, licensure fees, and AIA membership

Location:

The office is located in the heart of downtown Northampton, MA. Most staff work in the office every day, but a flexible schedule is an option after 90 days of employment. 

Hours:

Full-time, 40 hours per week. In person.

To apply:

We are actively hiring and welcome conversations with interested candidates.

Please send a resume, portfolio (PDF, max 10MB), and a brief letter of interest to chelsea@team-avec.com with the subject line “BDA Project Architect.”

If you’re interested but unsure about relocation, we’re open to an initial conversation to discuss the role and the region.

Bonham & Douglas Architects is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position, and we afford equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.   

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