Project Architect

NPAworldwide

City of Albany (NY)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 115,000

Full time

19 hours ago

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Job summary

USA Staffing Network is conducting a confidential search for a Project Architect in a northern suburb of Albany, NY. The role offers ownership across the full project lifecycle, mentoring responsibilities, and coordination with multiple engineering disciplines.

The ideal candidate is a Registered Architect, or progressing toward licensure, with 5–10 years of broad, practical experience across municipal and federal projects. Strong technical skills in Revit and AutoCAD are expected.

Qualifications

Registered Architect strongly preferred; licensure pursued if not yet licensed.
Broad, practical experience across multiple project phases.
Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Lead architectural projects from programming through construction.
Develop drawings, details, and construction documents.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams across municipal and federal projects.
Mentor junior staff and communicate with project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor''s/Master''s in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Project Architect Albany, NY Area

Municipal & Federal Projects | $85,000$115,000+ | Full-Time

Job Description

USA Staffing Network is conducting a confidential search on behalf of an established multidisciplinary architecture and engineering firm located in a northern suburb of Albany, NY. We are seeking an experienced Project Architect who wants to do more than remain in a narrowly defined production role. This position offers the opportunity to work across the full project lifecycle, take increasing ownership of projects, coordinate with multiple engineering disciplines, contribute to project management, and mentor junior staff.

The ideal candidate is a Registered Architect, or an architect actively progressing toward registration, with 510+ years of broad, practical experience across multiple project types and phases. The client is particularly interested in candidates who combine strong technical capabilities with the ability and desire to grow into greater project leadership responsibility.

What You’ll Do

You will work as part of a collaborative architecture and building systems team supporting a diverse mix of municipal and federal projects.

Support and lead architectural projects from initial programming through design and construction
Prepare architectural assessments, facility studies, feasibility studies, and programming reports
Evaluate existing buildings and document architectural conditions and recommendations
Perform building code reviews for new and existing facilities
Develop architectural drawings, details, and construction documents
Work in Revit and AutoCAD
Coordinate with structural, engineering, drafting, specialty consultant, and other project disciplines
Serve as a lead architect on multidisciplinary assignments as experience and project needs warrant
Contribute to project planning, coordination, and management
Communicate effectively with project team members, consultants, and stakeholders
Help guide and mentor less-experienced team members
Maintain hands‑on technical and production involvement while taking on increasing project ownership
Prepare clear, professional technical reports and written documentation

The role combines technical architecture, project delivery, multidisciplinary coordination, and leadership development rather than focusing exclusively on drafting or production.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture
510+ years of relevant architectural experience
Registered Architect strongly preferred
Candidates who are not yet licensed should be actively taking the architectural registration exams and close to completing the licensure process
Broad, practical experience across multiple architectural project phases
Experience with existing-building assessments and feasibility studies
Understanding of New York State building codes and regulations
Experience with Revit and AutoCAD
Strong technical writing and documentation skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects and deadlines
Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary design teams
Interest in growing into additional project management, project ownership, and mentoring responsibilities
U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship

The client values breadth of experience over years alone. Architects who have worked across a variety of project types, building systems, project phases, and responsibilities are likely to be especially competitive.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an attractive opportunity for an architect who wants greater visibility and responsibility without giving up the resources of a larger multidisciplinary organization.

The architecture team is relatively small and works within a broader building systems environment that includes structural and drafting resources. That structure gives the Project Architect the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while collaborating with professionals across multiple disciplines.

Key Advantages Include

Project ownership: Take meaningful responsibility for projects instead of remaining one layer within a large architecture department
Career growth: Expand into project management, mentoring, and broader leadership responsibilities
Project variety: Work on municipal and federal assignments rather than repeatedly focusing on one narrow building type
Multidisciplinary resources: Collaborate with architecture, engineering, structural, drafting, and other technical professionals
Stable project platform: Benefit from a mix of public‑sector work and federal project opportunities
Visible impact: Join a smaller architecture group where an experienced architect can contribute quickly and meaningfully
Professional development: Continue building technical, leadership, and project‑management skills

Compensation

Base Salary: $85,000$115,000+

Compensation will be based on the candidates experience, licensure, technical depth, breadth of project experience, and overall fit.

The client is open to considering compensation above $115,000 for an especially strong candidate. Compensation is evaluated individually rather than strictly by years of experience.

A sign‑on bonus may also be available depending on the candidate and circumstances, including candidates who may be relocating to the Capital Region.

Benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
Multiple medical insurance options
Health Savings Account options
Dental and vision coverage
Employer‑paid life insurance
Employer‑paid short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Telemedicine
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary life insurance
Accident and critical illness insurance
Dependent Care Spending Account
Paid time off
10 paid holidays
Performance bonuses
Professional development opportunities and reimbursement
Referral bonus program
Wellness programs
Paid volunteer and community‑service opportunities
Team‑building events and company social activities
Lunch‑and‑learn programs
Flexible daily scheduling
Company vehicles available for business travel

The current benefits information indicates 120 hours of PTO plus 10 paid holidays.

Work Schedule

This is primarily an in‑office position located in a northern suburb of Albany.

The company provides flexibility in daily start and end times around core working hours. This is not a regularly scheduled hybrid or remote position, although occasional work from home may be accommodated for specific personal circumstances when productive work remains possible.

Candidates who prefer working collaboratively and face‑to‑face with their project team should find the environment particularly appealing.

Travel

Travel is generally limited and planned.

Most travel consists of day trips within a few hours by car. There may also be occasional federal project meetings or charrettes requiring approximately three days to one week of travel. Current experience suggests those longer trips occur only periodically, although future project demands could change travel frequency.

Location Albany, NY Capital Region

The position is located in a northern suburb of Albany, NY, making it accessible to professionals throughout the Capital Region while preserving the confidentiality of the client.

The broader area offers access to Albany, Saratoga County, Schenectady, Troy, and surrounding communities, along with a strong mix of suburban amenities, outdoor recreation, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

For candidates living south of the office, the location may also offer the advantage of a reverse commute compared with driving into downtown Albany.

Relocation candidates from elsewhere in New York, the Northeast, or nationally are also encouraged to explore the opportunity.

Who Should Consider This Role?

This opportunity may be particularly attractive if you are currently a:

And You Are Looking For An Opportunity To

Take greater ownership of projects
Broaden your exposure to municipal and federal work
Move toward project management
Mentor junior architects and designers
Work within a multidisciplinary A/E environment
Remain technically involved rather than moving completely away from design and production
Join a team where your contribution will be visible

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors in Architecture Required

Certifications

Registered Architect

Registered Architect strongly preferred

Years of Experience

5 - 10 years

Salary Type

Annual Salary

Salary Min

$ 85000