Project Architect

Arrowstreet; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Arrowstreet, an award-winning architecture, interiors, and experience design firm based in Boston, seeks well-rounded Project Architects. You will lead project teams across Infrastructure, Multifamily, Academics, and Hospitality with strong design and technical execution.

Expect collaboration with internal teams, consultants, and clients to ensure high standards and on-schedule delivery. The role requires a balance of design sensibility, technical expertise, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• Licensed Architect or actively pursuing licensure.
• 5–12 years of post-undergraduate/graduate professional experience.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and detailing.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficient in Revit and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings and communicate technical solutions clearly.
• Coordinate with PM to set work plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure design intent aligns with technical execution.
• Produce detailed drawings, specs, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, civil consultants.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and permitting.
• Provide construction-phase support and field reports.
• Review submittals, RFIs, change orders, and substitutions.
• Perform quality control on deliverables.
• Assist with scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning.
• Mentor junior staff and project team members.

Skills

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Project coordination

Team leadership

Communication skills

Education

Architecture degree

Licensure in Architecture

Job description

Arrowstreetis an award-winning architecture, interiors, and experience design firm based in Boston, with over 60 years of expertise. We take a design-forward approach, focusing on sustainability to create thoughtful designs across our diverse portfolio to provide engaging, impactful experiences, and spaces that bring people together. We encourage you to visit our website www.arrowstreet.com to learn more about our firm and our award-winning projects

Position Summary

We are seeking well-rounded Project Architects with experience working in a variety of project types and scales with a focus on Infrastructure, Multifamily, Academics, and/or Hospitality. The Project Architect will lead the planning, organizing, and implementation of project technical details, standards, and design execution. This position requires a balance of design sensibility, technical expertise, and strong communication skills. You'll work closely with internal teams, external consultants, and clients to ensure projects are executed efficiently, on schedule, and to Arrowstreet's high standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, facilitate and actively participate in client meetings and communicate technical solutions clearly
• Partner with Project Manager to establish work plans, schedules, and deliverable strategies.
• Maintain alignment between design intent and technical execution across all project deliverables.
• Produce and oversee detailed drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Coordinate with internal teams and external consultants (structural, MEP, civil, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with local building codes, zoning laws, and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical and design support throughout construction.
• Conduct site observations and prepare field reports.
• Review and process submittals, RFIs, payment applications, change orders, and substitution requests.
• Conduct quality control reviews and ensure accuracy of technical deliverables
• Support PIC and project managers in scheduling, budgeting, and resource planning
• Provide design and technical guidance to junior staff and team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect (or actively pursuing licensure)
• 5-12 years of post-undergraduate/Graduate professional experience
• Well-rounded in all aspects of project design, technical detailing and management
• Ability to manage multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously
• Strong proficiency in Revit with working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• In-depth knowledge of construction methods, materials, and detailing
• Solid understanding of building codes, ADA requirements, and permitting processes
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail

Why Arrowstreet?

Our culture is a core part of who we are. We foster an environment that values creativity, collaboration, and connection. We host a variety of events to share knowledge, explore the diversity of our projects, and highlight how we integrate technology into our work. In addition, we offer volunteer opportunities and internal social events to build strong relationships across our firm and teams.

We offer competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and professional development compensation.

The final salary offered will be based on the candidate's relevant skills, experience, and licensure.

Arrowstreet is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.