Bonham & Douglas Architects

Primary Responsibilities

• 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
• 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

Pay & Benefits

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

We offer a competitive benefit package to all employees:

• 11 paid holidays (including your birthday) plus the last week of December
• Simplified 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.

Schedule

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.”