Project Architect Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Washington
Washington state is a strong market for project architects, with major employers concentrated in Seattle, Bellevue, and the broader Puget Sound region. Firms like NBBJ, LMN Architects, and Perkins&Will have active practices here, and the state's booming tech-driven construction and mixed-use development sectors keep demand for sponsored project architects steady.
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MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Project Architect - Retail / F&B to join our Consumer Experiences Market team in Seattle, WA! You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our new Project Architect will be primarily responsible for overseeing the development and execution of architectural construction documents. They work closely with outside consultants and provide guidance to internal project teams through all phases of design and documentation. They will also be responsible for coordinating construction administration and project close-out activities.
- Oversee the production and coordination of contract deliverables including field surveys, design drawings, construction documents, exhibits, and specifications.
- Primary focus is ensuring completeness of the work in alignment with the project contract and design intent, maintaining MG2 quality standards, and coordinating consultant deliverables.
- Collaborate with internal design staff on the integration of design generated deliverables into contract documents and specifications.
- Individuals must display a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform design.
- Coordinate project deliverables with external consultants and project partners.
- Generate complete and comprehensive code research and feasibility studies, including required coordination with AHJ representatives. This may include scheduling and participating in pre-submittal or design review meetings.
- Provide administrative support for project teams including, creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, completing permit applications or checklists, maintaining RFI and submittal logs, and generating various types of project reports.
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of firm-wide documentation standards and procedures, including proper use of MG2 templates and graphic standards.
- Provide guidance to other staff members regarding implementation of design standards as required.
- Assist with generating accurate and complete project specifications that align with project scope, design intent, and contractual deliverables.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews of all deliverables, including coordination and review of consultant documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Coordinate external submittals to local permitting authorities and various AHJ's. This includes the coordination of deliverables, completion of administrative tasks, and execution of site-specific submittal process and procedures.
- Participate in the production and coordination of deliverables during construction administration. This may include attending site visits, generating field reports, reviewing submittals and RFIs and generating formal responses for issuance.
- Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Programmatic/rollout Food & Beverage experience required.
- Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating architectural construction documents; Previous documentation of various project types, scale, and complexity preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of construction administration including RFI / submittal review, generating field reports, and project close-out procedures.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $78,000 to $92,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
INTRODUCTION
MG2, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design is currently looking for an Project Architect - Retail / F&B to join our Consumer Experiences Market team in Seattle, WA! You will be working in our Consumer Experiences (CX) Market, where you will have the opportunity to design and deliver on various types of fast-moving retail and Food & Beverage projects that anticipate the needs and lifestyle shifts of evolving users.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Our new Project Architect will be primarily responsible for overseeing the development and execution of architectural construction documents. They work closely with outside consultants and provide guidance to internal project teams through all phases of design and documentation. They will also be responsible for coordinating construction administration and project close-out activities.
- Oversee the production and coordination of contract deliverables including field surveys, design drawings, construction documents, exhibits, and specifications.
- Primary focus is ensuring completeness of the work in alignment with the project contract and design intent, maintaining MG2 quality standards, and coordinating consultant deliverables.
- Collaborate with internal design staff on the integration of design generated deliverables into contract documents and specifications.
- Individuals must display a detailed understanding of how jurisdictional requirements, client standards, and programmatic guidelines impact and inform design.
- Coordinate project deliverables with external consultants and project partners.
- Generate complete and comprehensive code research and feasibility studies, including required coordination with AHJ representatives. This may include scheduling and participating in pre-submittal or design review meetings.
- Provide administrative support for project teams including, creating meeting agendas and minutes, updating project trackers, completing permit applications or checklists, maintaining RFI and submittal logs, and generating various types of project reports.
- Demonstrate a detailed understanding of firm-wide documentation standards and procedures, including proper use of MG2 templates and graphic standards.
- Provide guidance to other staff members regarding implementation of design standards as required.
- Assist with generating accurate and complete project specifications that align with project scope, design intent, and contractual deliverables.
- Participate in QA/QC reviews of all deliverables, including coordination and review of consultant documents, drawings, and specifications.
- Coordinate external submittals to local permitting authorities and various AHJ's. This includes the coordination of deliverables, completion of administrative tasks, and execution of site-specific submittal process and procedures.
- Participate in the production and coordination of deliverables during construction administration. This may include attending site visits, generating field reports, reviewing submittals and RFIs and generating formal responses for issuance.
- Produce accurate and timely work in accordance with the project schedules and workplans. Work should demonstrate understanding of design intent and comprehension of project budget.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master‘s degree in Architecture or a related field.
- 6+ years of experience in a professional architecture or design firm.
- Programmatic/rollout Food & Beverage experience required.
- Proficiency with Revit, Auto-CAD, and MS Office.
- Demonstrated experience utilizing collaboration software such as Bluebeam, Miro, and Teams.
- Demonstrated experience coordinating architectural construction documents; Previous documentation of various project types, scale, and complexity preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in all aspects of construction administration including RFI / submittal review, generating field reports, and project close-out procedures.
- Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
COMPENSATION
- Compensation: $78,000 to $92,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
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Which companies sponsor visas for project architects in Washington?
Several large and mid-size architecture firms based in Washington have established H-1B visa sponsorship histories, including NBBJ, LMN Architects, Perkins&Will, and ZGF Architects. Large general contractors and design-build firms active in Seattle's commercial and residential development market also sponsor project architects. Checking a firm's prior LCA filings with the Department of Labor is the most reliable way to confirm sponsorship history.
Which visa types are most common for project architect roles in Washington?
The H-1B is the most common visa category for project architects in Washington, as the role typically meets the specialty occupation standard given its degree and licensure requirements. Some Canadian and Mexican nationals working in architecture may qualify for TN visas. Architects with extraordinary ability or national recognition may explore the O-1A, though that pathway has a higher evidentiary bar.
Which cities in Washington have the most project architect sponsorship jobs?
Seattle accounts for the majority of project architect sponsorship activity in Washington, driven by sustained commercial, mixed-use, and transit-oriented development. Bellevue has grown significantly as tech campuses and high-rise residential projects have expanded across the Eastside. Redmond and Kirkland also see periodic demand, particularly tied to corporate campus work for major technology employers headquartered in those cities.
How to find project architect visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it straightforward to browse project architect roles in Washington without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. You can search by state and role to surface firms actively hiring international candidates. Focusing your search on Seattle and Bellevue-based firms will give you the deepest pool of relevant openings.
Are there any state-specific considerations for project architects seeking sponsorship in Washington?
Washington requires project architects to hold or be pursuing NCARB-recognized licensure, which employers factor into sponsorship decisions alongside immigration eligibility. The Department of Labor's prevailing wage determinations for architecture roles in the Seattle-Bellevue metropolitan area reflect the region's high cost of living, so sponsored positions must meet those wage thresholds. Firms tied to public projects may also have additional procurement and compliance considerations that affect their sponsorship processes.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored project architect jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.