Associate Architect — Lead Projects & Team Mentorship

SS&L Architects; Alabama; On-site; USD 55,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Medical & Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Gap Insurance

Profit Sharing (401k)

Relocation Reimbursement

Gym Membership Discounts

Paid Time Off

Job summary

SS&L Architects seeks an Associate, Architect to join our team in Montgomery, Huntsville, Birmingham, Auburn, Dothan, or Pensacola. This role moves beyond production to ownership of projects and contributes to the firm’s growth.

As an Associate, you’ll lead project delivery, mentor staff, and build lasting client relationships while supporting firm operations and process improvements. A NAAB-accredited degree and 5–8 years of experience are required for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program.
• 5–8 years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience leading projects through design and construction phases.
• Strong understanding of project management, consultant coordination, construction administration, and client communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from programming through construction administration.
• Mentor and develop less experienced staff and reinforce firm culture and standards.
• Build and manage client relationships and support business development.
• Contribute to firm operations including quality control, recruiting, and project finance oversight.

Skills

Leadership potential

Mentoring

Project management

Client communication

Organizational skills

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree

Job description

SS&L Architects seeks an Associate, Architect to join our team in Montgomery, Huntsville, Birmingham, Auburn, Dothan, or Pensacola. This role moves beyond production to ownership of projects and contributes to the firm’s growth.

As an Associate, you’ll lead project delivery, mentor staff, and build lasting client relationships while supporting firm operations and process improvements. A NAAB-accredited degree and 5–8 years of experience are required for success.