Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Company: CRSA
Position Type: Full-time In Office
About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Architectural Associate II to join our dynamic team. With 3-5 years of architecture experience, this role provides an excellent opportunity to contribute to moderately complex projects while continuing your professional development. Under the oversight of a Licensed Architect, you will take on a variety of responsibilities, from technical design to project coordination. If you are looking for a role where you can apply your architectural skills while growing in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!
Qualifications:
- Professional Architecture Degree from an accredited program
- 3-5 years of related architecture experience
- Fully competent in all conventional aspects of architecture
- Project Management experience, including coordination of schedules, deliverables, and communication across internal teams and consultants
- Job Captain experience, including leading production efforts and coordinating documentation through all project phases
Preferred Skills (Highly Desired):
- Proficiency in Revit and BIM-based documentation workflows
- Experience coordinating with consultants (civil, structural, MEP, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of building systems, constructability, and detailing
- Familiarity with construction administration (RFIs, submittals, site visits, punch lists)
- Ability to support permitting and AHJ coordination (responses, revisions, resubmittals)
- Strong organization skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and coordination-focused)
- Experience assisting with specifications and drawing quality control
- Working knowledge of applicable building codes and accessibility standards
Responsibilities:
- Under a Licensed Architect’s guidance, perform assignments requiring skills in conventional aspects of architectural design for small to moderate-size and complex projects.
- Serve as a Job Captain on assigned projects by leading the production and coordination of project documentation from schematic design through construction administration.
- Coordinate and manage drawing sets to ensure quality, consistency, and alignment with CRSA standards, project requirements, and applicable codes.
- Support the Project Manager and Project Architect with project planning and execution, including scheduling, milestone tracking, and deliverable coordination.
- Participate in specific technical design aspects and provide consultation in planning, design, and coordination of moderately complex projects.
- Carry out complex or novel assignments, developing new or improved techniques and procedures.
- Perform analysis of design, planning, and occupancy studies, as well as design layouts.
- Prepare project specifications, compile and analyze relevant data, and write reports and specifications.
- Coordinate consultant information and integrate into the architectural set accurately and efficiently.
- Assist with responding to AHJ comments, RFIs, and submittals, helping maintain project momentum and communication flow.
- Review completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
Staff Responsibilities:
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced architects and architectural associates, particularly in documentation standards and production workflows.
- Collaborate effectively with the Project Manager, Project Architect, other architects, architectural associates, and consultants to maintain alignment on scope, schedule, and quality.
- Communicate proactively about risks, schedule impacts, and coordination issues, helping the team resolve items before they become project delays.
- Take ownership of personal development, actively seeking opportunities to improve skills and advance your career path in architecture.
Accountability and Expectations:
- Accountable to the Project Manager, Project Architect, and the project team.
- Maintaining the highest professional standards, practices, and business ethics.
- Avoid engaging in work outside your qualifications and expertise.
- The scope of projects will be moderate in size and complexity, requiring a balance of technical and creative solutions.
- Expected to demonstrate strong organization, documentation leadership, and communication skills to support successful project delivery.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on a range of exciting and moderately complex projects
- Supportive environment with opportunities for career growth and mentorship
- Collaborative team culture with direct access to experienced professionals
- Competitive salary and benefits package
How to Apply:
If you are ready to take your architectural career to the next level and work on impactful projects, we encourage you to apply today. Please submit your resume and portfolio along with a cover letter outlining your qualifications and career aspirations to careers@crsa.com.
We look forward to reviewing your application!
