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Jacobs Associate Project Architect in Boston, Massachusetts
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical challenges across the built environment. Our Cities & Places team is seeking an Associate Project Architect to help deliver innovative, sustainable, and human-centered design solutions that shape communities and improve the way people live, work, and connect. As we continue to expand our architectural practice in the Boston market, we’re looking for a design-focused, technically minded architect ready to grow and make an impact.
As an Associate Project Architect, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support the planning, design, and documentation of complex projects across civic, transportation, higher education, federal, life science and commercial markets. You’ll contribute to the development of architectural concepts, coordinate with engineering partners, and help advance projects through all phases—from early visioning through construction administration. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic team where your creativity, technical expertise, and passion for design excellence will be valued and developed.
What You’ll Do
Support architectural design and documentation efforts across all project phases, including conceptual design, schematic design, design development, and construction documents.
Assist with the preparation of drawings, models, renderings, and other project deliverables using Revit and other design software.
Solve complex problems in collaboration with team leaders, may lead project steps within a broader project
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams—including engineering, planning, and interiors—to ensure coordinated, integrated design solutions.
Participate in client meetings, presentations, and design workshops as needed.
Assist in developing design narratives, specifications, and technical reports.
Conduct product research and support material/finish selections.
Review shop drawings, RFIs, and construction submittals during the construction administration phase.
Help maintain quality standards and support the execution of project goals, schedules, and deliverables.
Contribute to a culture of innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement within the architectural team.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program
Registered Architect
5+ years of post-graduate professional architectural experience
Proficiency in Revit for architectural modeling and documentation
Knowledge of building systems, codes, and architectural best practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skill
Ideally, You’ll Also Have
Experience in one or more Cities & Places market sectors (civic, health, transportation, higher education, federal, commercial, life science)
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Enscape, Rhino, or other visualization tools
Interest or experience in sustainable design and LEED, WELL, or similar rating systems
Experience working with large, complex, or multi-stakeholder projects
Participation in a professional organization
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