Hybrid Project Architect — Educational Design Leader

DLA Architects, Ltd.; Itasca (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Professional membership reimbursement

Paid vacation & holidays

Year-end bonus potential

Job summary

DLA Architects in Itasca, IL seeks an experienced Project Architect with 8–15+ years of architectural experience, including 5+ years as a technical project architect, to lead complex educational projects from concept through construction administration.

You will coordinate design, documentation, and technical coordination with multiple disciplines, guide client meetings, and manage teams to ensure schedule, budget, and code compliance. Hybrid schedule offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture required or equivalent.
• Licensed Architect preferred but not required.
• Educational project experience in the US strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the project from conceptual design through construction administration.
• Coordinate project teams, consultants, and client representatives.
• Ensure projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and design workshops.
• Prepare and review construction documents and specifications for accuracy and code compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Licensed Architect (preferred)

Educational project experience (US)

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

DLA Architects in Itasca, IL seeks an experienced Project Architect with 8–15+ years of architectural experience, including 5+ years as a technical project architect, to lead complex educational projects from concept through construction administration.

You will coordinate design, documentation, and technical coordination with multiple disciplines, guide client meetings, and manage teams to ensure schedule, budget, and code compliance. Hybrid schedule offered.