Lead Design Architect – Design-Build (Commercial)

gpac; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

gpac is seeking an Architect in Milwaukee, WI to join a growing team and contribute to design and development of projects with the potential to become Lead Architect for the design team.

The role involves collaborating with project teams and owners through the design process from early concept discussions to construction documents, ensuring code compliance and buildability while delivering thoughtful, high-quality designs.

Qualifications

• Professional experience as an Architect with the ability to lead or support a design team.
• Experience working in a design-build environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Participate in and potentially lead architectural design efforts for commercial projects
• Meet with owners and stakeholders to understand project goals and develop initial design concepts
• Translate client needs into conceptual sketches and schematic designs
• Develop and complete detailed construction drawings and documentation
• Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements
• Collaborate closely with internal design, preconstruction, and construction teams in a design-build environment
• Maintain a practical approach to design that avoids unnecessary over-design while delivering high-quality solutions
• Support project teams through the design development and documentation phases

Skills

Architectural design leadership

Design-build experience

Client meetings & coordination

Job description

gpac is seeking an Architect in Milwaukee, WI to join a growing team and contribute to design and development of projects with the potential to become Lead Architect for the design team.

The role involves collaborating with project teams and owners through the design process from early concept discussions to construction documents, ensuring code compliance and buildability while delivering thoughtful, high-quality designs.