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‍Pure Architects | Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid)

Pure Architects is seeking an Architect to support the design, coordination, and delivery of architectural projects from early planning through construction administration. This role is ideal for a licensed architect who enjoys being involved in the technical sides of project delivery while working closely with experienced project leaders and consultants.

If you’re excited to contribute to well-executed projects, grow your technical expertise, and take increasing ownership of your work, we’d love to connect.

Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com

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‍THE ROLE‍

You will work across all phases of design and documentation, supporting programming, conceptual design, construction documents, permitting, and construction administration.

This is a hands-on architectural role offering strong mentorship, meaningful project responsibility, and opportunities for continued professional growth.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Developing programming studies, design concepts, and construction documents using digital design tools
• Producing plans, sections, elevations, details, schedules, renderings, and specifications
• Coordinating design solutions with senior staff, consultants, and internal project teams
• Conducting site visits to field verify existing conditions and gather project data
• Researching building, energy, and accessibility codes to ensure compliant design solutions
• Navigating zoning, planning, and municipal ordinances to support project feasibility and approvals
• Preparing studies, reports, and planning diagrams to support unified design strategies
• Supporting cost estimates, documentation, and project deliverables
• Coordinating permit submissions with Authorities Having Jurisdiction
• Reviewing submittals and shop drawings during Construction Administration
• Participating in client, consultant, and contractor meetings
• Maintaining organized project documentation and files
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Architecture (NAAB-accredited preferred)
• Licensed Architect (required)
• Minimum 3 years of licensed project experience, 8 years of experience total
• Strong understanding of architectural design, building systems, and construction documentation
• Knowledge of building, energy, and accessibility codes
• Ability to support projects from early design through construction administration
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Creative problem-solver with strong visualization abilities
• Interest in professional growth and increasing project responsibility

Certifications such as LEED, LFA, and/or WELL are a plus

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Tools & Technical Experience

• Autodesk Revit
  
• Enscape, SketchUp, Cove.Tool
  
• Adobe Creative Suite (desired, not required)
  
• Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
• Specification writing (VisiSpec preferred)

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Why Pure Architects

• Direct involvement in projects across all phases
  
• Clear expectations and opportunities for growth
  
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
  
• Exposure to diverse project types and scopes
• Hybrid/Flexible work schedule 
• Casual, fun, collaborative environment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability benefits
• Paid Time Off + Earned Time Off
• Retirement Match

Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com‍

Pure Architects | Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid)

Pure Architects is seeking an Architectural Designer to support the design and delivery of architectural projects from concept through construction. This role is ideal for a motivated designer who enjoys hands-on project work, collaboration, and building a strong design and technical foundation within a growing firm.

If you’re excited to contribute to meaningful projects, develop your design and documentation skills, and work closely with experienced architects and project leaders, we’d love to connect.

Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com

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THE ROLE

You will support project teams through all phases of design and documentation, contributing to planning studies, design development, construction documents, and coordination with consultants and clients.

This is a hands-on design role with opportunities for growth, mentorship, and increasing responsibility over time.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Preparing design studies, models, and construction documents using digital design tools
  
• Developing plans, elevations, sections, schedules, and details
  
• Researching zoning, building, energy, and accessibility codes to support compliant design solutions
  
• Supporting planning and occupancy studies and project-specific analyses
  
• Coordinating with project leads, consultants, and internal team members
  
• Assisting with preparing permit and bidding documents and coordinating submissions with AHJs
• Participating in client, consultant, and contractor meetings alongside senior staff
  
• Conducting site visits, documentation, and field report
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture (NAAB-accredited Master’s preferred)
  
• Minimum 1 year of relevant architectural project experience
  
• Ability to support projects from early design through construction documents
  
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
  
• Creative thinker with strong visualization and problem-solving abilities
  
• Interest in professional growth and increased responsibility

Certifications such as LEED, LFA, and/or WELL are a plus

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Tools & Technical Experience

• Autodesk Revit
  
• Enscape, SketchUp, Cove.Tool
  
• Adobe Creative Suite
  
• Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
• Hand sketching and visualization

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Why Pure Architects

• Hands-on project experience across all phases of design
  
• Clear expectations and growth opportunities
  
• Collaborative, supportive team environment
  
• Exposure to a wide variety of project types
• Hybrid/Flexible work schedule 
• Casual, fun, collaborative environment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability benefits
• Paid Time Off + Earned Time Off
• Retirement Match

Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com‍

‍Pure Architects | Grand Rapids, MI (Hybrid)

Pure Architects is seeking a Project Lead / Senior Project Manager to take ownership of complex architectural projects and lead teams through successful delivery. This role is ideal for a licensed architect who excels at operations, client leadership, and project execution.

If you enjoy running projects, managing teams, and working directly with clients, we’d love to connect.

Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com

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The Role

You will lead multiple projects from contract through construction, serving as the primary client contact and internal project leader. You’ll manage scope, schedule, budget, contracts, consultants, and staff—while maintaining quality, profitability, and strong client relationships.

This is a hands-on leadership role with direct access to firm principals and decision-making authority.

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What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Full lifecycle project delivery leadership on a variety of projects
  
• Primary client relationship management
  
• Active management of project budgets, staffing plans, schedules, and profitability
  
• Leading and mentoring architects, designers, and technical staff
  
• Coordination of consultants and contractors through CA
  
• Drafting and managing Professional Service Agreements and AIA contracts
• Leading internal, client, and consultant meetings; setting agendas and documenting actions
  
• Proactive risk management and scope control
  
• Oversight of cost estimating and coordination with construction partners
  
• Maintaining consistent project documentation and communication standards
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Licensed Architect (required)
  
• 10+ years of project experience, 5+ of which are in project management, including leading teams and complex scopes
  
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture (NAAB-accredited preferred)
  
• Strong understanding of A/E fee structures, staffing, and project financials
  
• Deep knowledge of building systems, materials, and codes
  
• Experience leading projects through construction administration
  
• Clear communicator with strong organizational and leadership skills
  
  

Tools & Technical Experience

• Project planning and tracking software
  
• Bluebeam, Microsoft Office
  
• Adobe Creative Suite (preferred, not required)
  
• Revit (preferred, not required)

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Why Pure Architects

• Direct ownership of your projects
  
• Clear expectations and accountability
  
• The ability to influence workflows and standards
  
• Opportunities to mentor staff and help shape the firm’s future
• Hybrid/Flexible work schedule
• Casual, fun, collaborative environment!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability benefits
• Paid Time Off + Earned Time Off
• Retirement Match

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Please send applications and questions to office@purearchitects.com