Lead Senior Architect

Australia-Employment; Town of Summit (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Jobot in Milwaukee is seeking a Lead Senior Architect to own projects from concept to completion, acting as primary contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams.

The role requires a professional architecture degree, RA preferred or pursuing licensure, and 10+ years of project-architect experience with leadership responsibilities. Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, plus strong client-facing communication, is essential.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) is required or in progress.
• Active licensure? RA preferred or pursuing licensure as applicable.
• 10+ years of experience in a project architect or similar role with leadership responsibilities.
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD; strong communication and client-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Leading architectural design and documentation across multiple project types: corporate, healthcare, municipal, K-12, industrial, retail.
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining high quality standards.
• Collaborating with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders through all design and construction phases.
• Mentoring junior staff and fostering a culture of excellence.
• Navigating permitting, code compliance, and client presentations with confidence.
• Client facing responsibilities including leading client meetings.

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Professional Architecture degree (B.Arch or M.Arch)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Lead Senior Architect

$110000 - $140000 per year | Summit, WI | On-site | Permanent

Lead Senior Architect - Design Build General Contractor - Greater Milwaukee Area

A bit about us:

We're a Milwaukee-based construction firm with a reputation for delivering complex, high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors — corporate, municipal, healthcare, industrial, K-12, retail, and beyond. We bring precision, creativity, and integrity to every build, and we're proud of the long-term client relationships and portfolio we've built over the years. When you join our team, you're joining a company that's as serious about its people as it is about its projects.

Why join us?

• Diverse, meaningful projects — From corporate headquarters and municipal facilities to healthcare campuses, K-12 schools, industrial builds, and retail spaces, no two projects are the same. You'll never stop growing here.
• Competitive compensation — We offer a salary range of $110,000 - $140,000 plus a benefits package that reflects the talent and expertise you bring to the table.
• A team that has your back — We're built on a culture of collaboration, respect, and doing things the right way. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are invested in your success.

Job Details

We're looking for a talented and driven Lead Senior Architect to join our growing Milwaukee team. You'll take ownership of projects from concept through completion, serving as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, and internal teams.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading architectural design and documentation across multiple project types including corporate, healthcare, municipal, K-12, industrial, and retail
• Managing project timelines, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining our high standards of quality
• Collaborating with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders throughout all phases of design and construction
• Mentoring junior staff and contributing to a culture of excellence
• Navigating permitting, code compliance, and client presentations with confidence
• You will be client facing, leading client meetings

What we're looking for:

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• Active licensure or actively pursuing licensure (RA preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in a project architect or similar role
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCADStrong communication skills and a client-first mindset
• Experience across multiple project sectors is a plus

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.