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KMB has been recognized for several years by the South Sound Business Examiner  “Best Places to Work” Award.

Our firm was named Overall Mid-sized Employer, an award given to employers who exhibit the highest ranking in all five judging categories. 

 

Here's what our staff have to say about working at KMB:
 

"As an Architect, I find myself extremely fortunate in that I get to come to work every day and do what I love. I am further rewarded because the people around me also love what they do and challenge me to do better."

"There is a genuine camaraderie at KMB architects. People truly care about each other, and want one another to succeed. We are a family and we celebrate each individuals success and support one another when we have difficulties."

"As a recent college grad navigating my first professional job, KMB has surrounded me with an opportunity to expand my knowledge of the A/E industry and our clients. but has worked diligently with me to define and structure a career path that utilizes my passions."

KMB Career Opportunites

About KMB
KMB is a dynamic and growing architectural firm headquartered in the State of Washington capitol city of Olympia with an office in downtown Seattle. Awarded “Fastest Growing” and “Best Places to Work” by the South Sound Business Examiner, KMB has thrived since its founding in 1987. KMB provides a broad range of architecture, project management, and consulting services for local and state governments, tribal communities, education, and business.

By joining the KMB team, you will be a part of a collaborative and inclusive workplace. The firm places great value on individual career path mentoring and advancement through a culture of affirmation, mentorship, and learning.

In addition to our outstanding office culture, KMB offers:

  • Competitive Salary (Aligned with Experience and Qualifications)

  • Great benefits package (Including medical and 401K Plan)

  • Annual Bonusing (Firm has provided Semi-annual Bonusing last 10 years)

  • Career Path Planning (Mentoring by Firm Leadership)

  • Opportunities for Continued Education

Our Company Describes Its Culture as:

  • Detail-oriented -- quality and precision-focused

  • Outcome-oriented -- results-focused with strong performance culture

  • People-oriented -- supportive and fairness-focused

  • Team-oriented -- cooperative and collaborative

Physical setting:        
Office (Staff have the ability to work from home (remotely) or come into one of our offices. All staff are required to be available to meet with clients or come into the office for a meeting.)

Schedule:                    Monday to Friday

Work Location:           Seattle or Olympia, WA

KMB is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity, creative thinking, and quality solutions which result from the unique background of every person on our team. We do not discriminate based on age, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, etc., and encourage all to apply.

Interior Designers

KMB is seeking to add several Interior Designers that will create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces by assessing client needs, space requirements, budget, and other scope parameters. This role involves a combination of creativity, technical knowledge, and teamwork; collaborating with clients, architects, and other professionals to develop design concepts, sketching, Revit drawings, selecting materials and furnishings, and implementation of the design plan.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Work with clients to determine initial goals and requirements for the space to be designed.

  • Collaborate with architects, designers, engineers, consultants, contractors, and suppliers involved in the project.

  • Analyze movement and use patterns of the space.

  • Prepares sketches or other visual aids to demonstrate preliminary designs to client.

  • Consults with project team and client in selection of materials, furnishings, and decor.

  • Create construction drawings; plans, elevations, details, schedules, and specifications.

  • Oversees the installation of materials, furniture, and other design elements as required.

  • Maintains current knowledge of trends and materials, techniques, and other developments in interior design.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Multi-tasking – Ability to coordinate, manage, and complete two or more tasks simultaneously while maintaining the required quality and quantity levels.

  • Develops (learning) – Actively seeks out new knowledge and information to improve skills and competence in self and others.

  • Thinking Creatively – Apply new ideas and thoughts to challenging situations.

  • Solving Problems – Accurately analyzes situations and implements effective processes and solutions.

  • Drive for Results – Sets high standards for self and others and consistently achieves results.

  • Proficient in Revit and other computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

  • Professional degree in Interior Design or equivalent

  • Ability to work both independently and effectively in association with a team of individuals

  • Passion for design

  • Strong verbal, writing, and graphic presentation skills

  • Proficient in Sketch-up, Revit, AutoCAD, and other modeling software

Compensation:

  • $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Project Architect/Designer

KMB is seeking a Project Architect/Designer to work independently or in a team.  Your duties may include (but will not limited to): Project production work, use of your Revit and other computing application skills, design tasks, writing support assignments to include studies, reports, meeting agenda and notes, specifications, schedules, research, cost estimating, and project closeout documentation and support.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Work with clients to determine initial goals and requirements for the space to be designed.

  • Collaborate with architects, designers, engineers, consultants, and contractors involved in the project.

  • Prepares sketches or other visual aids to demonstrate preliminary designs to client.

  • Consults with project team and client in programming of spaces.

  • Create construction drawings; plans, elevations, details, schedules, and specifications.

  • Maintains current knowledge of trends, techniques, and other developments in architecture.

  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Multi-tasking – Ability to coordinate, manage, and complete two or more tasks simultaneously while maintaining the required quality and quantity levels.

  • Develops (learning) – Actively seeks out new knowledge and information to improve skills and competence in self and others.

  • Thinking Creatively – Apply new ideas and thoughts to challenging situations.

  • Solving Problems – Accurately analyzes situations and implements effective processes and solutions.

  • Drive for Results – Sets high standards for self and others and consistently achieves results.

  • Proficient in Revit and other computer-aided design (CAD) software.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

  • Ability to work both independently and effectively in association with a team of individuals

  • Passion for design

  • Strong verbal, writing and graphic presentation skills

  • Experience:

    • Revit: 4 years (Preferred)

    • AutoCAD: 4 years (Preferred)

    • Architecture: 7 years (Preferred)

Compensation: $72,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year