Healthcare Project Architect — Lead Design & Construction

Archinect; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekker Employer in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Project Architect to lead technical development of complex healthcare projects from concept through construction administration.

The ideal candidate has an architectural license, 7–10 years of experience, and advanced Revit skills. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure code compliance, and mentor junior staff, while balancing design intent with constructability and schedule.

Qualifications

• Active architectural license in a U.S. state.
• Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or related field.
• 7–10 years of architectural experience.
• Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit.
• Applicants must reside near Albuquerque, Phoenix, or El Paso.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural and technical development of healthcare projects through all phases, from concept and design through construction administration and closeout.
• Translate design concepts and client goals into coordinated, technically sound, and constructible architectural solutions.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers to align design and documentation efforts with project scope, schedule, budget, and milestones.
• Lead the development, coordination, and quality review of project documentation.
• Apply knowledge of healthcare planning, building codes, accessibility requirements, life safety, and applicable healthcare regulations and standards.
• Participate in client, consultant, contractor, and user-group meetings, communicating technical information clearly and constructively.
• Support projects during bidding, permitting, and construction, including review of submittals, RFIs, field conditions, and construction-related issues.
• Maintain awareness of evolving healthcare design practices, materials, building systems, codes, and industry standards.
• Mentor emerging professionals and support the technical development of project team members.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Lead technical conversations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Dekker Employer in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Project Architect to lead technical development of complex healthcare projects from concept through construction administration.

The ideal candidate has an architectural license, 7–10 years of experience, and advanced Revit skills. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, ensure code compliance, and mentor junior staff, while balancing design intent with constructability and schedule.