Architect I

At YR Architecture + Design, we’re bringing exceptional modern custom residential design to central Ohio and the Midwest. We’re a small residential architecture studio based in Columbus, OH that designs warm, inviting, and enduring spaces. We specialize in creating contemporary custom homes on one-of-a-kind sites that are design-forward, contextual, and highly detailed. Our projects range from small conceptual design packages to full-service custom residential homes located in Ohio and across the U.S.

About the Role

We are seeking an architectural designer/architect with 3-5 years of work experience to help contribute to the overall excellence of work coming from our firm as a key member of our project team. The position offers an enthusiastic, talented individual the opportunity to share ideas on design concepts in a collaborative environment and to develop technical and design skills while working on compelling projects in various phases.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, personable, and detail-oriented individual who shares our aesthetic sensibility, passion for highly detailed and contextual residential design, and commitment to design excellence.

Qualifications

  • Accredited degree in architecture
  • 3-6 years of related professional experience, preferably including design and detailing experience on high-end custom residential projects
  • Licensure is a plus, or at a minimum have intent to pursue or on a path to licensure
  • Exceptional design skills with a passion for modern contemporary design
  • Detail and task-oriented with excellent verbal, written, and graphic communication skills
  • Proficiency in Revit and Photoshop (Enscape experience is a plus)
  • Experience in construction documentation, detailing, and putting CD sets together
  • Authorization to work in the US

Primary Responsibilities

  • Support the development of the projects from concept design through construction administration, working in collaboration with the clients, consultants, and other project team members
  • Collaborate and communicate design concepts in an iterative design process with project team members and consultants verbally, graphically, and in written form, remotely and/or in-person
  • Produce high-quality visualization graphics, architectural documentation, and detailing to support projects from concept design through construction administration
  • Support and participate in client presentations and internal design reviews
  • Assist in sourcing and specification of materials and systems

Personal Attributes

  • Highly collaborative by nature, with a willingness to approach every project with an open mind, creative curiosity, and mindset that good ideas can come from anyone
  • Humble, personable, and invested in fostering good relationships with clients and the project team
  • Strong design skills with a passion for excellence and a desire to produce meaningful work
  • Excellent time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in parallel
  • Exceptional technical abilities to work as part of a small team while also handling independent tasks
  • Enthusiast about being a valued contributor in bringing good modern residential design to central Ohio and the Midwest

Compensation + Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on exciting custom modern residential projects with great clients and a unique client-centered design process
  • Opportunity to share ideas on design concepts in a collaborative environment and to develop technical and design skills while working on compelling projects in various phases
  • Positive, creative, and collaborative working environment, committed to personal growth, fostering relationships, and making an impact
  • Flexible, hybrid working environment
  • Competitive compensation package including PTO & sick leave, holidays. Stipend for health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k). Opportunities for bonuses.

Let’s start a conversation:

Submit a cover letter letting us know why you’re interested in joining YRa+d, and how you envision your background and experiences contributing positively to our firm. Attach a single-page resume, and direct us to your digital work portfolio (or attach a file compiling and describing pertinent works – max 10mb PDF).

Send your email to info@yr-architecture.com with “Employment Opportunity – Architect I” in the subject line. We’ll do our best to get back to you in a timely manner with next steps.