Project Architect - Commercial & Hospitality

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design phases from concept through completion, ensuring all work adheres to client specifications and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, construction managers, and clients to facilitate seamless, well-coordinated project execution
• Develop and present design proposals, feasibility studies, and risk assessments to stakeholders with clarity and confidence
• Manage and mentor a team of architects and draftspersons, promoting a culture of innovation, accountability, and design excellence
• Oversee the preparation of construction documents and ensure full adherence to industry standards, best practices, and applicable codes
• Maintain project schedules and budgets across all design and construction phases, proactively identifying and resolving issues
• Build and sustain strong client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction at every stage of project delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• 8-15 years of experience leading commercial and hospitality architecture projects
• Experience mentoring architects and drafters
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and SketchUp
• Professional registration preferred
• Experience across all design and construction phases, including coordination of consultant engineering disciplines such as civil, structural, and MEP
• Thorough understanding of building codes, regulations, and compliance processes, including QA/QC and permitting workflows
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with experience managing project schedules, budgets, and project teams across multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience managing client relationships and presenting design proposals and feasibility studies to clients and project stakeholders
• Experience resolving coordination issues and clashes with consultants during design and construction documentation is a plus