Studio St. Germain is a progressive, award-winning firm specializing in human-centric design—architecture that puts people at its heart. At Studio St. Germain, we are passionate about architecture both as an art and as a public good. We adhere to a humanistic philosophy where community values are integral to the design process and reflect our core belief: building to give back.
We are seeking an individual with 6-8 years of experience who is creative, proactive, technically adept, interested in sustainability, and believes in environmentally and socially responsible architecture. Studio St. Germain is looking for someone with strong design skills, a positive attitude, and a commitment to mission-driven projects. In this role, you will be an integral part of the design process, taking meaningful ownership of projects from inception to completion.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project Leadership & Delivery: Manage and coordinate multi-disciplinary project teams, consultants (MEP, structural, civil) from initial programming through project completion.
- Technical Design & Documentation: Lead the development of comprehensive construction document packages, technical specifications, and building systems integration.
- Code & Quality Control: Perform zoning, building code, and accessibility analysis. Conduct technical reviews of drawings to ensure strict quality control and adherence to design intent.
- Sustainability & Performance Integration: Evaluate and incorporate advanced sustainable building strategies into project and details.
- Construction Administration: Conduct site visits, review submittals and substitution requests, handle RFIs, and assist in resolving unforeseen field conditions.
- Mentorship: Provide technical guidance, support, and mentorship to design staff and emerging professionals within the firm.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The ideal candidate is a positive, forward-thinking professional who thrives in a collaborative studio environment.
- Education: Professional degree in Architecture (B. Arch. or M. Arch) from an accredited program.
- Experience: 6-8 years of professional experience in architecture.
- Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise with current versions of Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Knowledge of software such as Lumion, Sefaira and SketchUp a plus.
- Sustainability Mindset: A clear interest in building science, along with knowledge of / commitment to Passive House, LEED, RESET Air, and Well Building.
- Licensure: Architectural licensure is highly preferred.
- Communication: Strong interpersonal, presentation, and collaboration skills. Excellent verbal and graphic communication skills
At Studio St. Germain
Our comprehensive benefit package includes a competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave. We also offer a Simple IRA with a company match contribution and discretionary performance-based bonuses. Studio St. Germain is committed to professional development, and we offer reimbursement for professional licenses and exam fees.
About Studio St. Germain
Studio St. Germain is a progressive, award-winning architecture firm specializing in human-centric design - architecture that puts people at its heart. At Studio St. Germain, we are passionate about architecture both as an art and as a public good. We adhere to a humanistic philosophy where community values are integral to the design process and reflect our core belief: building to give back.
Our High Performance Program transcends traditional definitions of sustainability to include well-being and productivity. By integrating several disciplines into one, a high-performance building operates as a carefully calibrated environment where aesthetics, sustainability, energy efficiency, and health intersect, resulting in a better quality of life for individuals.
Studio St. Germain has appeared in several publications, including NextPittsburgh, Public Source, Quartz, Pittsburgh Magazine, Breaking Ground, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In 2021, our Sewickley Tavern project won a Certificate of Merit from the AIA Design Pittsburgh Awards for its responsible design, its elegant style, and its performance-based metrics. In 2023, the Master Builders Association named 400 Beaver as a finalist for its annual Building Excellence Awards program. In 2025 the Wilkinsburg Passive House became the first single-family residence in Pennsylvania to earn an Passive House EnerPHit certification.
Nathan St. Germain has been a featured panelist at the Sustainable Business Breakfast (produced by Earth Day Pittsburgh) and has been a guest on various podcasts, including The Green Voice and the Passive House Accelerator.
Guided by our passion for architecture that allows people to thrive, our experienced design team views every project as an opportunity to reimagine the nexus of sustainability and aesthetics. By creating healthy environments—while also producing beautiful structures—we aspire to improve the lives of their occupants.
Studio St. Germain supports the community through volunteer service for several committees and organizations. Nathan St. Germain was a co-founder of Passive House Western Pennsylvania and is the former Chairman of the Sewickley Borough Planning Commission. He has also been an invited contributor to the City of Pittsburgh Climate Action Plan and the Rockefeller 100 Resilient Cities Program.
