Lead Architect & Design Strategist | Revit Pro

Widseth Smith Nolting & Assoc., Inc.; Bemidji (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Minnesota is seeking an experienced Architect to lead innovative projects from concept through completion. This role includes mentoring junior designers and collaborating closely with clients to achieve exceptional outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess over 8 years of professional experience, a strong design sensibility, and proficiency in Revit and related tools. The position offers competitive compensation, a benefits package, and opportunities for career development in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional experience in architecture.
• Proven success leading interdisciplinary teams.
• Strong design sensibility with technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from concept through completion.
• Partner with clients to bring ideas to life.
• Mentor junior designers and foster their growth.

Skills

Architectural Design

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

Licensed Architect

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Enscape

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Description

Lead. Design. Inspire. Build the future with us.

We’re searching for an experienced Architect who’s ready to bring big ideas to life and lead design with confidence, creativity, and purpose. Someone who sees possibility everywhere—and turns vision into spaces people love.

If you thrive in fast-moving environments, enjoy deep collaboration, and want to be part of a team where your ideas genuinely shape the work, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Lead projects from concept through completion—setting creative direction, managing teams, and delivering excellence at every stage
• Partner closely with clients and consultants to turn bold ideas into buildable, beautiful realities
• Guide design presentations, documentation, and coordination across all stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to craft solutions that are innovative, practical, and deeply human-centered
• Inspire and mentor junior designers, fostering growth in both design thinking and technical skill
• Push creative boundaries while balancing real-world constraints—budget, codes, timelines
• Champion smart, sustainable, future-forward design practices

What You Bring

• Licensed Architect
• 8+ years of professional experience
• A strong design sensibility backed by exceptional technical depth
• Proficiency in Revit; experience with Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, and related tools
• Proven success leading interdisciplinary teams and managing client relationships
• Excellent communication—clear, confident, collaborative
• A love for outstanding design, a drive to keep learning, and a mindset that turns obstacles into opportunities

What We Offer

Room to Grow

• Specialized training in design, leadership, and business development
• Career development through education, licensure, certification, and skill-building

Compensation & Benefits

We offer competitive compensation based on experience, annual discretionary profit-sharing bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance & HSA options
• Flex benefits
• Life insurance
• Short-term & long-term disability
• Dental & vision coverage
• Paid time off + paid holidays
• Professional development & continuing education opportunities

Employment is contingent on a successful background check post-offer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.

Salary Range: $90,000–$125,000

Widseth is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.