Architect

About the role

BODE is an established vertically integrated multi-family developer with in-house design, construction, and property management. BODE is a fully-integrated real estate development company with Architectural, Engineering, and Construction departments. BODE has been based in the Puget Sound since 1990. Our focus is affordable multi-family housing for emerging middle-class tenants. Our offering enables tenants to live in attractive, urban environments within close proximity to public transportation and amenities. We are rapidly growing, changing, and improving every aspect of our business model for the future needs of urban housing and planning.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team in creating innovative and functional architectural plans for multi-family housing projects.
• Develop floor plans, building elevations, and other design elements that maximize space, promote sustainability, and adhere to current building codes and regulations.
• Manage the flow of information and product deliverables from conceptual development through construction completion.
• Collaborate with the Lead Architect, the Executive Team, AHJ, and additional stakeholders to ensure the project meets the desired objectives within the allocated timelines.
• Foster professional growth and encourage an environment of effective communication and collaboration with colleagues, construction, and consultants.
• Design proposals and value solutions for the team that align with our company's mission towards functional affordability.
• Work in collaboration with the Construction Teams to integrate all design and technical aspects, ensuring durability, sustainability, and functional efficiency.
• Review a product that meets the BODE quality standards, including reviewing construction progress and presenting any design or construction solutions for unexpected issues.
• Stay informed about the latest trends, technologies, and sustainable practices in multi-family housing and research and incorporate innovative design solutions, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable building materials into your projects.

Requirements

• Prior experience as a Project Architect handling multiple large projects at the same time.
• Work with consultants (MEP, Structural, Civil, Landscape, Energy) to complete all plans for Building Permit approvals.
• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Architecture, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field with 3+ years of experience as a licensed Architect, or as a professional designer/intern who can, through experience, take a project from Schematic Design all the way through building construction completion.
• ACAD and REVIT proficiency.
• Able to read and interpret drawings, specifications, building codes, and other technical product and material specifications, as well as manage VDC obligations and responsibilities.
• Understanding of common site logistics issues, building systems, and related means and methods.
• Expertise with construction coordination processes is strongly preferred.
• Must be a self-motivated individual who works well with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Good communication skills.

Qualifications / Education / Experience

• Full-Time employment.
• A competitive base salary based on the state in and local Seattle wages average.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family members.
• 401K plan.
• Paid vacation starting at 60 days.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• 5 Paid Holidays.
• Ongoing training and employee development.

Benefits

• Full-Time employment.
• A competitive base salary based on the state in and local Seattle wages average.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family members.
• 401K plan.
• Paid vacation starting at 60 days.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• 5 Paid Holidays.
• Ongoing training and employee development.

Conditions for Consideration

• All candidates must submit a resume and work samples. Include your resume and a compact, representative sample of your work (no larger than 4MB) to be considered for this position.

About Bode

Bode is a distinguished multifamily development firm headquartered in the Seattle area since 1990. Specializing in vertically integrated solutions, we offer comprehensive in-house services spanning design, construction, and property management. Our core mission centers on providing tailored multi-family housing solutions for the middle-income demographic, redefining urban living for blue-collar and similarly employed individuals. With a commitment to crafting attractive, well-located residences that foster vibrant community experiences, we facilitate accessibility to transportation and amenities. Currently managing approximately 1,100 units across diverse properties, Bode is actively engaged in the construction of four properties (ranging from 80 to 135 units each) and navigating the permitting processes for seven developments (with unit counts ranging from 150 to over 300 each). Our ambitious goal is to achieve 25,000 units by 2030, driving toward a larger vision of sustainable growth. Embracing a vertically integrated approach, we oversee design, construction, and property management operations in-house, leveraging virtual design, building information management, and prefab manufacturing technologies for streamlined efficiency.