Architect

• Position Title:** Architect
  
  

**Description**

**Position Description**

As An Architectural Design Technician supporting a major retail client assists with the development, coordination, and documentation of fixture and merchandising layouts for large-scale retail environments. This position will be an in office position located in Issaquah, Washington. This role produces detailed drawings and plans in **AutoCAD**, translating design intent, brand standards, and merchandising strategies into accurate, buildable documents. The technician collaborates closely with architects, designers, and project teams to update floor plans, fixture schedules, and elevations; incorporates client standards and revisions; and helps ensure layouts are coordinated with architectural, structural, and MEP requirements. Attention to detail, consistency, and efficiency are key to supporting fast-paced retail rollouts and prototype updates.

• Position Salary Range***
  
  

The expected salary range for this position is $**75,000** to $**95,000** annually.

• Required Qualifications****
• NAAB-accredited Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree a plus but not required
• 5 years job-related work experience with demonstrated competence leading projects, teams and clients
• Experienced and passionate about Grocery and Retail
• License is Optional: Current architect license/registration is a plus, not a must
  
  

*Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they dont meet 100% of the listed requirements? We dont want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!*

• Position Responsibilities*****
• Proven Track record of exceptional client management
• Must be able to take a project from start to finish
• This position will manage multiple projects at once
• This is a fast paced environment with lots of moving parts so you must have good time management skills
• Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval
• Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts
• Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project
• Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams
• Prepare contract documents for building contractors
• Complete construction cost estimates
• Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects
• Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team
• Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews
• Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections
• Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects
• Seal and signs permit documents on projects if licensed
• May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Develop and maintain external and internal client relationships
  
  

**Working at Cushing Terrell**

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 t