Architectural Project Associate

Role Overview

Architectural Project Associate for a nationwide commercial architecture firm with remote work. The role supports project delivery across design development, permitting, construction documentation, and client/city coordination—particularly for retail design work.

Responsibilities

• Produce full sets of Construction Documents (CDs) and support permitting deliverables
• Create and respond to RFIs, manage punch-lists, and coordinate site visits
• Participate in upfront verification, during construction, and post-review follow-ups
• Coordinate revisions and prepare construction drawings for bid, permit, and client review
• Coordinate with external consultants (e.g., civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing) and client vendors
• Conduct code and permitting research
• Attend site surveys and prepare survey drawings and reports
• Prepare responses to comments from drawing reviews
• Create design development presentation drawings

Requirements

• Professional commercial experience with retail design
• Architecture degree
• Proficiency in AutoCAD (with Revit as a plus)
• Basic experience with rendering software
• Strong oral and written communication and customer service skills
• Ability to meet deadlines, follow instructions, stay organized, and work collaboratively

Nice to Haves

• Strong presentation drawing skills for design development
• Rendering experience beyond basic exposure