Senior Project Architect

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of Higher Education, K–12, or Civic projects across all phases, ensuring alignment with client goals, educational program needs, and firm standards.
• Develop innovative and functional design solutions that address safety, accessibility, and sustainability requirements.
• Prepare compelling presentations, drawings, and documentation to communicate design intent to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
• Cook up with consultants to integrate all design disciplines and ensure regulatory/code compliance.
• Oversee the production, quality, and technical accuracy of construction documents and design deliverables.
• Lead and mentor project teams, guiding junior staff in design, technical development, and professional growth.
• Manage project planning, schedules, and resources to ensure timely and on-budget delivery of projects.
• Conduct design reviews and quality control checks to maintain high standards of performance, functionality, and safety.
• Serve as the primary client liaison, presenting concepts, addressing feedback, and fostering strong, collaborative relationships.

Qualifications

• Accredited professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) required.
• Licensed Architect with 10+ years of professional experience, including leadership across all phases of architecture and engineering projects.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and design presentation tools (e.g., SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite).
• In-depth knowledge of building codes, construction methods, regulatory requirements, and school-specific safety standards.
• Strong design, technical, and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage consultant coordination, and mentor junior staff.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance, effective the 1st of the month after date of hire
• Profit sharing bonuses
• 401(k) plan with an employer match
• Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life and AD&D insurance
• Other voluntary benefits including vision, dental, accident insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and supplemental life insurance are available
• Paid Time Off
• Holidays