Project Architect

Project Architect Overview

• The Project Architect will lead technical design efforts, ensuring project goals align with design philosophy and performance strategy.
• Collaborate with senior designers and consultants to deliver coordinated, innovative, and high-quality project documentation.
• Contribute to all phases of project work, from schematic design to construction administration, maintaining compliance with scope and schedule.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of building technologies and systems to enhance project performance and design outcomes.
• Engage in agency review analyses, ensuring accessibility, zoning, and life-safety compliance.
• Foster client relationships and participate in presentations, showcasing project progress and design solutions.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends and integrate innovative solutions into project designs.
• Lead the development of construction documents, ensuring accuracy and coordination across all deliverables.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to project teams, promoting collaboration and professional growth.

Project Architect Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and convey project design philosophy and building performance strategy to team members.
• Provide technical design input and oversee detailed design development and quality control efforts.
• Collaborate with consultants to ensure project deliverables align with design and performance goals.
• Prepare design documents and lead construction documentation development during all project phases.
• Review shop drawings, material samples, and construction documents for design conformance.
• Execute agency review analyses, including accessibility, zoning, and life-safety considerations.
• Perform construction administration duties, such as managing RFIs, RFPs, and change orders.
• Prepare reports, specifications, and cost estimates, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain client, consultant, and contractor relationships throughout all project phases.

Project Architect Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Architectural registration required; LEED accreditation preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience; 10 years preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite products.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills to manage project teams effectively.
• Knowledge of building technologies and systems to enhance project outcomes.
• Ability to perform construction administration tasks and agency review analyses.
• Excellent communication skills for client interaction and presentations.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, innovative, and coordinated project documentation.