Project Architect

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Project Architect

Location: Williamsburg, VA/Raleigh, NC

A growing multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm is seeking a licensed Project Architect to lead a diverse portfolio of building projects from design through construction.

This role offers significant project ownership, direct client interaction, and the opportunity to mentor junior team members while growing into a senior leadership position.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design development through construction administration.
• Prepare and coordinate construction documents, specifications, and technical details.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, engineers, and contractors.
• Perform quality reviews and support code compliance and permitting.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, site observations, and project closeout.
• Mentor and support junior architectural staff.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect (or eligible for reciprocal licensure).
• 4+ years of architectural experience.
• Strong Revit/BIM and AutoCAD proficiency.
• Experience with construction documents and construction administration.
• Excellent communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to satisfy project eligibility requirements when applicable.

Preferred Experience

• Experience with commercial, institutional, healthcare, education, civic, or complex building projects.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary project teams.

Why Join?

• High level of project ownership.
• Collaborative, employee-focused culture.
• Diverse project portfolio with long-term career growth.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, and professional development support.