Project Architect, Workplace

About the role

DLR Group is an integrated design firm with a mission to enhance the human experience through design. This role supports the Workplace practice, which offers a range of services including core and shell architecture, tenant improvement, interior design, workplace strategy, engineering, and building performance optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative and technically sound solutions to design challenges, ensuring high standards of design excellence
• Cook up project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, aligning with design intent and budget
• Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions
• Apply advanced architectural concepts to projects, including complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques
• Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues
• Ensure BIM standards are applied and coordinate with the Project Manager and BIM Manager
• Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment
• Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans
• Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations)
• Minimum of eight years of professional experience in architecture
• Professional licensure required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required
• Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software
• Come equipped with strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards
• Demonstrate initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning
• Willingness to travel 30–35% of the time to support client engagement, design collaboration, and on-site project work

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of professional experience in architecture
• Professional licensure required; LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required
• Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, and standard architectural software
• Competent in technical design, with the ability to investigate, evaluate, and recommend solutions that meet client needs
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning
• Willingness to travel 30–35% of the time to support client engagement, design collaboration, and on-site project work

Skills

• Advanced architectural concepts
• Collaboration and communication skills
• Technical design proficiency
• Problem-solving and initiative
• Travel readiness

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs
• Flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Employee stock ownership
• Bonus opportunities

Pay

The suggested hourly rate for this position is $90,000 - $110,000 USD.

Schedule

We follow a four-day in-office work model, offering flexibility to work from anywhere on Fridays.