Project Architect – Civic

Rice Fergus Miller, Inc. - a B Corp

Project Architect managing public architecture projects with a focus on community impact. Leading project delivery and collaboration in Spokane, WA area with hybrid/remote flexibility.

Posted 6/24/2026full-timeSpokane • Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $96,000 - $136,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize and develop planning concepts
Manage the deliverables for the team within the greater project deliverable schedule
Oversee the preparation of detailed code and zoning analysis
Perform as Project Architect, working through all phases of project delivery from programming, concept development, and production of work through construction administration and project close out
Perform quality control and coordination of specifications on drawings for construction
Effectively partner with jurisdictional staff, project teams and clients
Represent the firm well in communication with clients, consultants and team members
Prioritize time efficiently and work collaboratively with clients and team members

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, from an accredited program preferred
8 years architectural experience in any or all types of public work and commercial construction.
Licensed Architect, or be in process of obtaining license
Proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, Excel, Adobe Photoshop and InDesign
Enscape experience is preferred
Knowledge of Design/Build and CM/GC procurement a plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Vacation Pay of 2 to 4 weeks per year, depending on years in career
Sick Leave of 80 hours per year
Parental Leave of 4 weeks, after one year of employment
Seven Paid Holidays
Eight hours of Paid Volunteer Time
Health Insurance: Medical, Dental & Vision with RFM paying 99% of the employee’s premium
Cafeteria Plan: Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Account, Transportation Account
Lifestyle Spending Account allowance of $500 per year for remote work & wellness-related expenses
Long Term Disability Insurance paid by RFM
Employee Assistance Program paid by RFM
401(k) Plan with Match of up to 4%
Voluntary Life Insurance
Voluntary Long Term Care Insurance
Voluntary Aflac policies
Voluntary Legal and ID Protection plans

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Hard Skills & Tools

architectureproject deliveryzoning analysisquality controlconstruction administrationdesign/buildCM/GC procurement

Soft Skills

organizationtime managementcollaborationcommunication

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in ArchitectureLicensed Architect