Whitten Architects

Architectural Designer

We design homes that live with nature because we believe nature inspires the human spirit. For more than 40 years, this belief has guided our practice. From our studio in Portland, Maine, we design homes throughout the Northeast.

We are looking for a talented and driven Architectural Designer with approximately five years of experience. Our studio members are curious, self-motivated, take ownership of their work, and are committed to continuous improvement.

This is a full-time, on-site position in our Portland studio.

The Role and Responsibilities

  • Develop design ideas through drawing, modeling, research, and iteration

  • Produce clear, detailed construction documents and 3D models in Archicad

  • Collaborate with project leaders, clients, builders, and consultants throughout design and construction

  • Participate in site visits, document construction progress, and generate field reports

  • Prepare compelling design presentations

  • Contribute energy, ideas, and a collaborative spirit to our work and studio


    Qualifications

  • Approximately five years of professional architectural experience, including substantial construction-document experience

  • Strong design sensibility and graphic communication skills demonstrated through your portfolio NAAB-accredited professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)

  • Understanding of light-frame wood construction and building science fundamentals

  • Proficiency in Archicad; experience with SketchUp, Twinmotion, Morpholio Trace, and Adobe Creative Suite

  • Care for craft, accuracy, and the quality of finished work Hands-on construction experience, professional or personal, is a plus

  • Maine resident or willingness to relocate to the Portland area

  • Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to project sites throughout Maine

    Compensation & Benefits
    Anticipated Base Pay: $60,000–$90,000/year (Full-Time / Exempt) Discretionary

    Bonuses:
    Distributed twice annually

    Paid Time Off: 26 days annually in an all-inclusive flexible bank (covering vacation, office-closed holidays, and sick time); increases with tenure

    Compensatory Time:

  • Up to 40 hours of banked comp time for hours worked beyond 40 in a work week

  • Health & Dental Insurance: 100% individual premium paid by studio starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment; 60% contribution toward family/dependent coverage

    Retirement:

    401(k) with a 3% non-elective employer contribution after 90 days (no employee match required)

    Flexible Spending Account (FSA):
    Pre-tax medical and dependent-care accounts

    Parking:
    Provided Old Port parking

    Whitten Architects is an AIA firm committed to the AIA Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and is an equal-opportunity employer. Learn more at whittenarchitects.com or @whittenarchitects on Instagram.

    To Apply: Send a cover letter, résumé, and portfolio to info@whittenarchitects.com. Tell us why Whitten Architects interests you, how our Live With Nature mission connects with you, and what you hope to contribute.

Kelli Shedd