We Are Hiring!
We are currently interviewing candidates for positions with our firm located in Yakima Washington. BORArchitecture is a highly respected firm established in 1994 to provide full architectural and interior design services. We desire someone to become part of our team and be committed to providing quality architectural services for our clients.
About Yakima, WA
Yakima is the epicenter of Washington’s wine and agricultural industries with 300 days of sunshine each year. You would be hard pressed to find a place where you could dine on food so close to where it is grown. You can even choose to visit farmers and harvest your dinner yourself!
Four of Washington State’s official Scenic Byways – White Pass, Chinook Pass, Yakima River Canyon and the Yakama Scenic Byway, run directly into the Yakima Valley making it one of the most popular camping, hiking, rafting, biking and fishing destinations in the state. All the vibrancy of life in Yakima and Central Washington doesn’t end with the agricultural industry and beauty of nature. Yakima continues to rapidly grow in all sectors, allowing us to participate in designing it’s future and look.
Architect II/III or Architectural Project Manager
Job Description
- Work with clients to confirm design objectives and formulate options; may prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients.
- Team with Principal-in-Charge to develop design concepts and translate them into workable construction systems; evaluate alternatives to develop solutions and maintain quality control.
- Coordinate/lead the work of architecture and interior design staff as well as sub-consultants to complete design work and construction documents.
- Responsible for taking full responsibility for managing all aspects of multiple small projects.
- Responsible for managing multiple small/medium projects, coordinate all aspects of assigned projects, and determine needed scope of work for the firm and the consultants.
- Participate in the conceptual design and provides full support throughout the entire project; design, permitting, bidding, and construction administration through close-out.
- Prepare design and technical solutions and coordinates with the Principal-in Charge or the senior architect on appropriate solutions and product strategies.
- Coordinate regularly with the Principal-in-Charge and the design team regarding project status; ensure work meets clients’ requirements, is timely and completed within budget.
- Prepare drawings from preliminary concept to final permitting and construction drawings and specifications.
- Participate in or lead the construction administration for projects.
- Responsible for the coordination of all project efforts, administrative and technical, to ensure the most efficient and cost-effective execution of assigned projects.
- Participate in marketing efforts, including presentations.
General Requirements
- Professional Bachelor’s or Master of Architecture required.
- 6 to 8+ years-experience working on a broad range of projects.
- Ability to work on multiple projects in a collaborative work environment.
- Strong analytical, conceptual, organizational and time management skills.
- Concise, personable verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp and Microsoft Office products required.
- Proficiency in or working familiarity with Adobe suite products; Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
- Understanding of 3-part product specifications.
- Interior Design experience is a plus.
- Web design and production of marketing materials is a plus.
- Knowledge and experience researching and applying building codes (IBC) and Washington State Amendments as well as meeting requirements of Washington State Energy Code (WSEC).
- Knowledgeable of LEED, or similar, building requirements.
- Relocate and live in the Yakima Valley area.
- Have a desire and commitment to being involved in the community. Such as; joining one of the many community service clubs in the valley.
Benefits
- Medical, life and disability insurance.
- Vacation, sick leave, holidays paid time off.
- Simple IRA with company match.
- Competitive salary.
Qualified and interested candidates please respond by emailing your cover letter and resume to info@borarch.com
Interior Designer II
Job Description
- Teams with Principal-in-Charge to develop design concepts and translate them into workable construction systems; evaluate alternatives to develop solutions and maintain quality control.
- Generates architectural concepts for interiors projects, including full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating interior design assignments for multiple small and medium sized projects.
- Develop design concepts, presentations, and solutions for commercial, educational, and municipal interiors in collaboration with senior design staff.
- Provide subject matter expertise on specific components of interior design.
- Work with clients to confirm design objectives and formulate options; may prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients.
- Participate in construction site visits and assist in construction administration.
- Research architectural finish materials, fixtures and equipment, furnishings materials and furniture based on design and functional criteria. Make product, finish and color selections and schedules.
- Prepares design and technical solutions and coordinate with the Principal-in Charge or the senior architect on appropriate solutions and product strategies.
- Prepare presentation drawings; i.e.: color interior and exterior 3-D renderings, interior and exterior elevations, perspectives and site plans.
- Prepare construction drawings for the interior design elements of assigned projects such as; furniture plans, finish plans, interior elevations and finish and color schedules as well as casework and similar details and assist with interior product specifications.
General Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design.
- 6+ years-experience working on a broad range of projects.
- Ability to work on multiple projects in a collaborative work environment.
- Strong analytical, conceptual, organizational and time management skills.
- Concise, personable verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated and able to problem-solve independently as well as work as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp and Microsoft Office products.
- Proficiency working in Adobe suite products; Photoshop, InDesign, etc.
- Web design and production of marketing materials preferred.
- Knowledge of multiple accessibility code requirements and BOMA standards.
- Knowledgeable of LEED, or similar, building requirements.
- Relocate and live in the Yakima Valley area.
- Have a desire and commitment to being involved in the community. Such as; joining one of the many community service clubs in the valley.
Benefits
- Medical, life and disability insurance.
- Vacation, sick leave, holidays paid time off.
- Simple IRA with company match.
- Competitive salary.
Qualified and interested candidates please respond by emailing your cover letter and resume to info@borarch.com