Commercial Licensed Architect (Multifamily)

Salary Range: $120,000 - $150,000 per year (base) + bonus eligibility

Location: Boston, MA (Hybrid – 2 days per week from home, including Fridays)

Reference: GP-ARCH-BOS-1016

Overview

We are seeking a licensed Commercial Architect to join our growing multi-disciplinary firm, leading the design and delivery of multifamily and mixed-use residential projects from concept through construction administration.

This role is ideal for a registered architect with commercial multifamily experience who wants ownership of projects, client-facing responsibility, and room to grow into a larger leadership role as the firm expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design of multifamily, mixed-use, and commercial residential projects from schematic design through construction documents
• Produce and coordinate code-compliant drawing sets, including building code, zoning, accessibility (ADA/FHA/MAAB), and life-safety review
• Coordinate with civil, structural, MEP, and landscape consultants across disciplines
• Prepare and manage permit and planning/zoning board submittals
• Provide construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and site visits
• Manage project schedules, fees, and deliverables alongside project leadership
• Mentor junior designers and support quality control of documents
• Build strong relationships with developers, owners, and contractors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program
• Active architectural license (Registered Architect, RA) required; Massachusetts registration or ability to obtain reciprocity
• 5+ years of commercial architecture experience, including multifamily residential projects
• Strong working knowledge of building codes, zoning, and accessibility requirements for multifamily
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Experience taking projects through construction documents and construction administration
• Strong communication, organization, and client-facing skills

What We Offer

A few highlights that make this opportunity stand out:

• Leadership advancement: Room to grow into a larger leadership role as the firm expands
• Hybrid flexibility: Work from home 2 days per week, including Fridays
• Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
• Healthcare: Employer covers 50% of individual or family health insurance premiums
• Professional development: Employer-paid continuing education, licensure expenses, and professional dues
• PTO starting day one
• Office closure: The office closes between Christmas through New Year's
• Bonus opportunities in addition to base compensation
• Multi disciplinary firm