Architectural Staff – Technical Architect / Construction Specialist

We are a growing, mission-driven, 18-person firm. We are a WBE and our workplace promotes a supportive, small‑firm culture; valuing creativity and mentorship. We care deeply about the impact our work has in our communities – as represented by our tagline : Architecture for the Common Good.

Are you interested in working with a design firm dedicated to social justice?

We seek an architect with 10‑15 years experience, who has experience and interest in working on projects in the Construction Administration phase and who values thoughtful collaboration in pursuit of Architecture for the Common Good . Our ideal candidate will have strong technical and organizational skills, and a solid understanding of building construction and administering construction contracts.

We are looking for a qualified candidate who is ready to lead a variety of multi‑family and mixed‑use projects – especially those under construction – within our open and collaborative office. A desire to learn from and mentor others is a must. A positive, can‑do attitude and a great sense of humor will help you succeed.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply extensive knowledge of building construction and systems to develop details, oversee technical excellence, and ensure the highest quality in design development and construction documents.
• Lead and oversee all aspects of construction administration, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, leading site visits, and ensuring that design intent is fully realized during construction.
• Provide technical support in the preparation and QA / QC of design development and construction documents.
• Coordinate the work of consultants to minimize conflicts during construction.
• Solve architectural issues with creativity, foresight, and professional judgment.

QUALIFICATIONS

BENEFITS

MORE ABOUT US

Joy Squared Design is a different type of architecture firm. Created through the merger of Joy Street Design and The Narrow Gate, we are a growing, dynamic, 18‑person firm based in Boston’s South End neighborhood. We are a mission‑driven firm and care deeply about the impact our work has in our communities – as represented by our tagline : Architecture for the Common Good. We are a WBE, and our workplace promotes a supportive, small‑firm culture that values creativity and mentorship. Our clients include non‑profits and other community‑based organizations serving the marginalized in our communities, small businesses, homeowners, and neighborhood‑based developers. Our projects include multi‑family housing, mixed‑use developments, and commercial interiors. We are committed to delivering high‑quality design and maximizing sustainability and social justice in our office and for our projects.

Joy Squared is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We urge all qualified applicants to apply for this position and we afford equal opportunity to all applicants and employees for all positions without regard to age, color, creed, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws.

How To Apply

Send work samples in pdf format, resume and letter of interest to the attention of Trea LaRaia at and reference "Joy Squared CA Staff". The total file size of submitted materials should not exceed 10mb.

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