Intermediate Architect / Designer

Blackbird Architects, Inc. Employer

Full-timeType

Wed, Jun 24 '26Posted on:

Blackbird Architects seeks a full-time talented, Architect / Designer to join our diverse team in our collaborative studio.

• 3-8 years experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Commitment to design excellence
• Ability to collaborate in teams on large projects and/or lead documentation of smaller projects
• Significant experience and demonstrated ability in detailing and construction documents
• Experience in leading consultant coordination
• Organizational and project management skills; ability to transition between different projects at multiple scales, ability to meet deadlines
• Experience in a variety of projects and with all phases of design and construction
• Strong design and graphic skills
• Proficiency with 2D drafting software. Working knowledge of VectorWorks a plus
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software. Working knowledge of SketchUp a plus
• Adobe software and other presentation software skills a plus
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience in sustainable design
• Professional work ethic essential

Mission: Blackbird Architects designs buildings and landscapes for living, learning, work and recreation. Based in Santa Barbara California since 1995, we realize award-winning places of clarity and beauty, both regionally and beyond. We seek iconic, transformative, and sustainable design.

Culture: Our passionate team brings expertise from diverse countries, cultures and endeavors, leading us to unexpected and elegant solutions. Our work hinges on collaboration, between clients, architects, landscape architects, engineers, and artists. The firm provides an ambitious, supportive, and growth-oriented studio environment for our team-members to grow and thrive. We provide competitive salary and benefit packages to the ideal candidate.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and work samples in a PDF format to the following email address.

Please include your NAME in the subject line.

Blackbird email address: ***email_hidden***

Please, no phone calls.