Lead Project Architect — Wellness & Learning Spaces

Rlps; Lancaster (Lancaster County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RLPS Architects in Lancaster is seeking a Project Architect with 10+ years of experience to lead a dedicated team in our Lancaster office and deliver projects with responsive design solutions that enhance quality of life for end-users. You will liaise with clients and consultants while guiding projects across our market areas and collaborating with RLPS teams.

You will mentor junior staff, stay current with industry trends and architectural technology, and manage design and technical delivery

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required or preferred.
• Licensure is preferred but not required.
• Resume and PDF portfolio or work samples requested.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present design project requirements.
• Coordinate and organize projects for successful completion within budget, specification, and schedule.
• Work with the Partner-In-Charge to supervise the team’s design and technical delivery.
• Function as a mentor in design and delivery to project team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in architectural technology.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Project leadership

Client liaison

Mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Job description

For over 70 years, the team at RLPS has been on a mission to inspire people and transform lives through spaces that enhance wellness, elevate learning, and create community at every life stage. Leveraging our multi-generational expertise and passion for continuous learning, we start by building relationships founded on trust, infused with fun, and grounded in a shared vision of what can be— and create innovative approaches to achieve our clients’ goals.

As a Project Architect with 10 or more years of experience, you will lead a dedicated team in our Lancaster office to successfully deliver projects with authentic responsive design solutions that improve the quality of life for the end-users served. You will need to be a strong Project Architect who is excited to serve as the client and consultant liaison while leading projects in one or more of our three market areas of focus. In addition, you will be empowered to collaborate with all RLPS team members across our architecture and interior design efforts.

• Develop and present design project requirements.
• Coordinate and organize projects for successful completion within budget, specification, and schedule.
• Work with the Partner-In-Charge to supervise the team’s design and technical delivery.
• Function as a mentor in design and delivery to project team members.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements in architectural technology.
• May be required to undertake additional responsibilities not specifically listed in this description.

What You’ll Need

• Resume and PDF of your portfolio or work samples.
• Licensure preferred but not required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.

Next Steps

RLPS Architects is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. If you are a highly skilled Project Architect seeking a Partner-led firm, we encourage you to apply. To apply, please fill out the application below or send your resume, portfolio or work samples to [e-mail] .

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications. Other duties may be assigned as needed or changed at any time with or without notice.

Thanks for your interest, please fill out the application completely. The more we know about you, the more likely we’ll reach out.

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