Architect III
An award-winning architecture firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Architect III to join its team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed architecture professional with 6+ years of experience who brings strong design leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to guide projects from early concepts through construction and final delivery.
The Architect III will play an integral role in developing and executing architectural projects across education, civic, healthcare, religious, and commercial sectors. Working closely with clients, project teams, consultants, and other stakeholders, this individual will help shape design direction, oversee technical development, and ensure projects meet established standards for quality, functionality, and design excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and contribute to the design and technical development of architectural projects across various sectors.
- Translate client requirements, project objectives, and design concepts into functional, innovative, and technically coordinated architectural solutions.
- Oversee the preparation and coordination of architectural drawings, construction documents, specifications, and project deliverables.
- Utilize Revit and other BIM and design technologies to develop, review, and coordinate project documentation.
- Provide design guidance and technical direction to project team members throughout all phases of project delivery.
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal teams to address project requirements and resolve design challenges.
- Participate in client meetings, project presentations, design reviews, and stakeholder discussions.
- Review architectural plans, drawings, and specifications to ensure technical accuracy, design consistency, and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Manage interdisciplinary coordination and identify solutions to complex architectural and technical issues.
- Support project planning, scheduling, and delivery to ensure milestones and deadlines are achieved.
- Oversee design development, construction documentation, and construction administration activities as required.
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews to maintain high standards across assigned projects.
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior architects, designers, and other project team members.
- Identify opportunities to improve design processes, technical standards, BIM workflows, and documentation practices.
- Collaborate with firm leadership and project teams on design initiatives, technical improvements, and best practices.
- Stay informed about emerging architectural trends, building technologies, materials, and industry standards.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of 6 years of professional architectural experience.
- Active professional architectural licensure required.
- Advanced proficiency in Revit, including architectural modeling, drawing development, and project coordination.
- Demonstrated experience managing or contributing to architectural projects across sectors such as education, civic, healthcare, religious, or commercial.
- Strong understanding of architectural design principles, building systems, construction methods, and project delivery processes.
- Proven ability to lead design development and oversee the preparation of comprehensive construction documentation.
- Experience coordinating with clients, consultants, engineers, contractors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
- Ability to manage project responsibilities, resolve technical challenges, and maintain quality throughout all project phases.
- Strong knowledge of architectural codes, standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Excellent communication, presentation, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.
- Familiarity with additional architectural design, drafting, and BIM tools is an advantage.
- Commitment to design excellence, technical quality, and ongoing professional development.
Why Join Us:
- Join an award-winning architecture firm recognized for delivering impactful and thoughtfully designed projects.
- Take a leadership role in a diverse portfolio of projects across education, civic, healthcare, religious, and commercial sectors.
- Influence architectural design direction and contribute to projects from initial concepts through construction.
- Work alongside talented architects, designers, engineers, and industry professionals in a collaborative studio environment.
- Mentor developing professionals while continuing to advance your own technical and leadership capabilities.
- Gain opportunities to take ownership of complex projects and assume greater responsibility.
- Contribute to design innovation, technical standards, and firmwide architectural initiatives.
- Benefit from a workplace that values professional growth, mentorship, collaboration, and design excellence.
- Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a supportive culture that promotes work-life balance.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience, licensure, and qualifications.
- Flexible work arrangements, including a 9/80 work schedule option.
- Professional development, mentorship, and continuing education opportunities.
- Opportunities for career advancement and increased project leadership responsibilities.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-impact architectural projects.
- Collaborative studio environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.
- Work-life balance and a workplace culture that values employee well-being.