Project Architect - Mission Critical / Data Centers

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and technically focused Project Architect to support the continued growth of our Mission Critical / Data Centers practice. This role offers the opportunity to lead the Architectural development of complex, technically sophisticated projects for national and international clients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Translate concepts into clear technical documentation using Revit and visualization tools
• Develop practical, technically sound design solutions aligned with project goals and client needs
• Support site planning, entitlements, and approvals with civil and consultant teams
• Prepare and manage construction documents from schematic design through construction administration
• Cover architectural and engineering documentation, including technical reviews, detailing, redlines, QA/QC, and interdisciplinary coordination
• Aid with project schedules, scopes, staffing plans, and fee tracking
• Mentor team members and promote collaboration, accountability, and growth
• Perform code analysis, material evaluations, specification coordination, and technical research
• Support bidding and construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
• Stay current on codes, sustainable design practices, building technologies, and construction methods
• Communicate technical and design solutions through presentations and stakeholder coordination
• Support business development through client interaction, presentations, and marketing efforts

Qualifications

• Advanced Revit proficiency required; familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools preferred
• Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contribute to integrated architecture and engineering project delivery on complex projects
• Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, constructability principles, specifications, codes, and permitting processes
• Strong understanding of project documentation, technical detailing, and construction administration processes
• Experience assisting with project schedules, fee management, budgeting, and coordination of client deliverables
• Experience assisting with construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills and commitment to technical accuracy and quality
• Ability to mentor teams and build collaborative working relationships
• Highly organized, adaptable, detail-oriented, and effective in deadline-driven environments

Education and Experience

• Professional Architecture degree from a NAAB-accredited institution or equivalent
• Current Architectural license required; NCARB certification and/or LEED Accreditation preferred
• 10+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design, including 2+ years of design experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects

Pay

$111,200.00 - $166,900.00 Annually