Residential Project Architect (Missoula)

Creator. Collaborator. Changemaker. If these words describe you and you’re looking for a workplace culture where you can unleash your imagination and make an impact, look no further.

A&E + SMA Design has been a leader in shaping the built environment across our region, delivering innovative residential, commercial, and public projects that reflect a commitment to sustainability, adaptive reuse, and meaningful stakeholder engagement. As we continue to create spaces that enhance daily life, reimagine neighborhoods, and contribute to a more sustainable future, we're seeking passionate designers who are ready to make a lasting impact through thoughtful, people-centered residential design.

With that in mind, we're growing our multi-disciplinary team by expanding our residential architecture talent. We're looking for a creator and collaborator-someone who is inspired by the opportunity to build a better world and finds energy in bringing thoughtful ideas to life. We are over 100 diversely talented professionals united by a shared commitment to client satisfaction, design excellence, and making a positive impact on the world around us. We don't just provide a service-we develop creative solutions for all design challenges within any given project. If you're an experienced residential architect seeking a dynamic, collaborative environment and want to work alongside some of the best design professionals in the northwest, we'd love to hear from you.

Residential Project Architect

Your skill set.

• Master’s Degree in Architecture
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience
• Emphasis or specialty in high-end residential design
• Architectural licensure preferred, but not necessary.
• Proficiency in Revit is required (please do not apply if you do not have this experience)
• Strong proficiency in other 3D rendering tools, SketchUp, Enscape, Lumion.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to communicate within a creative team environment
• Passion for design and architecture, possessing energy, talent, and an appreciation for timeless beauty and effortless function
• Work effectively within a collaborative team environment and multi-disciplinary design teams
• Complex problem-solving and critical thinking abilities are essential
• Must be located in Kalispell, Missoula, or Bozeman
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident, or possess a work visa to legally work in the U.S.

Candidate would support the Project Manager/Architect, the PM/PA is responsible for:

• Lead the design and delivery of high-end residential projects, from concept sketches to construction.
• Translate client vision into innovative, functional, and beautiful design solutions.
• Oversee communication and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Research and ensure compliance with building codes and regulations.
• Manage and produce presentation materials for client and agency meetings.
• Document and distribute meeting minutes while tracking project budgets, schedules, and workflow.
• Develop and manage project schedules, ensuring that milestones are achieved on time and within scope.
• Attend job site meetings, issue supplemental instructions, and respond to RFI's during the Construction Administration phase
• Use Revit and rendering tools to produce accurate and compelling drawings and visuals.

Perks of the work.

You simply won’t find a group of individuals more talented, dedicated, or fun than the movers-and-shakers at A&E + SMA Design.

Some of the perks of working at our firm include:

• Competitive salary package with full benefits
• Annual bonuses
• Generous paid personal leave
• 401K and Roth with profit sharing
• Group health, dental, vision, and disability insurance cost shared at 75% (us)/25% (you)
• $50,000 of group life insurance
• Basic long-term care insurance
• Health savings account
• Employee wellness program
• Opportunities for advancement
• A kickass culture with frequent staff excursions and events, like an annual staff retreat, happy hours, and holiday parties

Different by design. Driven to create impact.

A&E + SMA Design is an integrated design firm with offices in Montana in Billings, Helena, Missoula, Bozeman, and Kalispell. We are a passionate, energetic team devoted to the architecture and design industries as well as the communities we serve. Our philosophy and holistic process challenges convention, blending architecture, interior design, construction administration, historic preservation, and graphic design into a comprehensive package for a wide range of project types.

X marks the spot.

They don’t call Montana the “Treasure State” for nothing. Under the big sky is a veritable trove of breathtaking views, historical landmarks, and outdoor activities. Each A&E + SMA Design location offers staff easy access to nearby mountain ranges for skiing and hiking, battlefields and sites from the travels of Lewis and Clark, dinosaur digs, rivers and waterfalls, and so much more. There is truly something for everyone in the last best place. If you don’t have the map to find what you’re looking for, just ask a friendly local to point you in the right direction.