Project Architect

Ryan Companies US Inc; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement and savings benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid time for volunteer events

Job summary

Ryan Companies US Inc is seeking a Project Architect in Austin to lead architectural teams on small to mid-sized projects. Responsibilities include guiding design processes, creating design documents, and managing project timelines effectively.

The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience and strong knowledge of Revit and architectural practices. They will also enjoy competitive salary and extensive benefits, including medical, dental, and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong knowledge of Revit and building codes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with clients and architecture teams.
• Lead a team through design processes.
• Create design documents to meet project goals.

Skills

Revit

Building codes

Documentation

Constructability

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in architecture

Architectural licensure

Tools

Bluebeam

Job description

Project Architect – Austin, Chicago or Minneapolis

Ryan Companies is hiring a Project Architect to support and lead architects through the design of small to mid‑sized projects. The role involves directing, supervising, and mentoring staff to deliver complete and accurate design documents that meet project milestones and goals within designated time frames.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with clients, architects, design project managers, designers, development, construction, and consultants.
• Lead a team of architects and designers through the design process for small to mid‑size projects.
• Create thorough sets of design documents to meet project goals, milestones, and schedules.
• Lead detailing efforts for a complete set of construction documents and the construction phase.
• Conduct design meetings, consultant meetings, and project team meetings.
• Coordinate project design schedules.
• Resolve unusual or complex technical issues.
• Research and lead code reviews and regulatory approval processes.
• Manage and coordinate Ryan’s QA/QC process and project specifications.
• Identify and communicate deviations in project performance.
• Mentor junior staff and promote collaborative teamwork.
• Support sustainable design excellence and execution.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant work experience.
• Bachelor’s (or Master’s) degree in architecture.
• Architectural licensure is required.
• Strong knowledge of Revit, building codes, documentation, and constructability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bluebeam knowledge.
• LEED AP and/or WELL AP certification.

Compensation

The base salary may vary within the anticipated range based on location and candidate qualifications. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement and savings benefits.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• Life insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Educational assistance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Employee assistance and wellness programs.
• Parenting benefits.
• Employee discount programs.
• Pet insurance.
• Ryan Foundation charitable matching funds.
• Paid time for volunteer events.

Employment Eligibility

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about your rights under Equal Employment Opportunity, please refer to the company’s policy.