Mid-Level Architect

ZGF Architects; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision coverage

HSA with employer contribution

401k with employer match

4 weeks PTO and 10 holidays per year

Paid parental and family leave

Job summary

ZGF Architects in Denver, CO is seeking a Mid-Level Architect with 5–15 years of experience to contribute design excellence across projects.

You will produce design drawings, collaborate with teams, conduct renderings, modeling, and prepare documentation, while mentoring junior staff and supporting marketing efforts.

The role emphasizes communication, technical detailing, and delivering projects within schedule and budget.

Qualifications

• Architectural degree required.
• 5–15 years of related experience.
• Strong communication and design presentation skills.
• Experience detailing and construction documents.
• Licensed architects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform architectural assignments with general direction and independent work.
• Develop design and technical solutions for all project phases.
• Produce design drawings, presentation drawings, and digital models.
• Research products/materials and inform design documentation.
• Assist in project narrative for performance goals and design integration.
• Support project team quality, schedule, and budget.
• Contribute to Construction Administration and project close-out.
• Support office marketing and initiatives.
• Mentor junior staff and collaborate with clients/consultants.

Skills

Team communication

Design presentation

Storytelling

Detailing

Self-motivation

Mentoring

Education

Architectural degree

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Rhino

SketchUp

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

ZGF is seeking a Mid-Level Architect to join our team in our Denver, CO office. We are looking for thoughtful individuals with excellent communication and design skills. The ideal candidate will have between 5-15 years of professional experience and will bring design excellence to every project.

As a Mid-Level Architect, you will…

• Perform architectural assignments with general direction, no immediate supervision, and work independently as well as collaboratively with others toward design solutions.
• Assist in developing design and technical solutions for projects in all phases, including graphics, renderings, physical modeling, and performance metrics for the successful communication of the design goals.
• Provide production of design drawings, presentation drawings, and digital models in support of design teams.
• Research products and materials, review existing projects, and those under construction to inform the production of design documentation.
• Assist in the project’s narrative for meeting building performance goals, including metrics, verification, and design integration.
• Contribute to the effective performance of the project teamregardingproject quality, schedule, and budget.
• Assist in the execution of Construction Administration responsibilities and project close-out.
• Contribute to general office-wide initiatives and marketing efforts.
• Demonstrate motivation in seeking new responsibilities and challenges.
• Help build relationships with clients and consultants with team leaders.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications:

• Highly motivated, proactive, and passionate
• Well-organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent team communication skills, design presentation, and storytelling skills
• Experience detailing and execution of construction documents with minimal supervision
• Experience with complex multi-phased higher education, healthcare, civic and/or commercial development projects is desired
• Experience with energy modeling or daylighting tools is desired
• Proficiency in Revit, Enscape, Rhino, Sketch-Up, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Professional Architectural degree and a minimum of 5 to15years of related experience
• Licensed Architects are strongly preferred

Base Salary Range:

$86,000/yr - $115,000/yr

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution
• HSA with employer contribution
• 401k with employer match
• 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year
• paid parental and family leave programs

We know that great projects take more than a design team to become a reality. Studies show that women and people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. We encourage you to apply even if you don't check every box- your skills and experiences may be exactly what we need.

ZGF Architects is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we celebrate the unique qualities and perspectives that each individual brings to our team. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we are excited to consider qualified candidates.