PCA’s workplace fosters collaboration, friendship, learning and growth. People seriously love their jobs, and we think it’s because we provide a nurturing environment that welcomes entrepreneurism, promotes mentorship, and actively removes barriers to employee growth. Monthly meetings and employee-driven initiatives help shape the future of PCA and our community. We also hold lots of extracurricular events and, needless to say, we have a ton of team spirit.
As an employee-owned firm, with an 84% participation Employee Stock Ownership Plan, we encourage involvement from all of our staff in determining the future of the firm. From our ground up Initiatives Program, which gives structure and support to employee goals and interests, to staff-run Monthly Office Meetings, our leaders emerge from the passions they champion. We believe in collaboration in everything that we do.
We invest in you so that we can grow together. This starts with in-house, “you pick your mentor” guidance to cultivate young talent and hone the skills of seasoned designers. Weekly design-shares keep everyone in the loop about what others are working on while also giving us a chance to practice presenting and providing a forum for feedback. We support curiosity - that's why we offer education benefits and plenty of in-house opportunities to learn more, even when it's not directly related to the project at hand.
PCA believes in banding together to support today’s most pressing social issues. Whether it’s donating time through volunteering and pro bono work or donating money through direct giving and matching our employees’ gifts, we have always supported the organizations and causes that are important to our staff and to our community. As a JUST Organization, we have committed to tracking and reporting the business practices of our office to be an ethical and transparent firm. Learn more about the International Living Future Institute's JUST Program, and see our label here.
People are at their best when they’re well-rested and happy. As a firm, we understand that our staff has interests, hobbies and lives that extend beyond architecture and design. We work with you to provide a flexible working style with opportunity to work from home, alongside personal time off for when life just ‘happens.’ In-house wellness seminars, yoga and meditation sessions help keep us centered both in and outside work.
“Work hard, play harder” is a way of life at PCA. From Friday afternoon socials to competitive athletic events (ok, casual ones, too), there’s always something going on. Office Olympics? Check. Basketball, curling, bowling, skiing, soccer, softball? Check, check, check, check and check. You get the idea. But we’re more than just athletes – we’re artists, roof gardeners, gingerbread decorators, fashion designers, and even haunted house builders. With social events bolstered by basement shows featuring our own in-house garage band (currently accepting applications), we make it super easy to get to know one another while having a lot of fun.
At PCA, we create the kinds of environments where people can live their best lives. We enjoy putting design into action on behalf of our clients and value collaborative relationships, thoughtful design and creative problem solving. As signatories of the AIA 2030 Commitment and the LP50 Healthy Materials Pledge, we believe that a sustainable built environment is one of the most important steps in addressing today’s most pressing issues.
Our office culture encourages a diverse and balanced work life. We understand the value people bring from different backgrounds. These values are upheld and guided by PCA’s JEDI Council (justice.equity.diversity.inclusion) and integrated throughout all internal and external operations and functions of the practice.
We take pride in our people and in the quality of our projects and design process. We are a certified Just Organization with a continued commitment to transparency, evaluation and improvement in all facets of our practice through the lens of social justice and equity.
In addition to rewarding work in a lively and diverse workplace with the city’s best co-workers, PCA offers a competitive benefits package, a robust mentorship program and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, we offer a great Cambridge location in Inman Square on major bus routes (just a 10-minute walk to the T) with bike storage, showers and parking.
In response to COVID, our staff currently have the choice to work from home. To gain the benefits of our collaborative work environment and achieve a balanced work life, PCA will continue to offer flexible hours and time to work from home when all staff are asked to return to the office. Please note: PCA requires staff to be vaccinated, with exceptions only as required by law.
PCA is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants of any race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service or other non-merit based factors to apply.