Project Architect

Labellapc; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Watertown is hiring a Project Architect to join their team. Responsibilities include leading large project teams and coordinating with subconsultants. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Architecture, strong technical and design skills, and 6-10 years of experience. This position offers a salary range of $70,000 - $90,000 annually along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 6-10+ years of experience in architecture.
• Registered Architect in New York is a plus.
• Knowledge of New York State building codes.

Responsibilities

• Work with large project teams and outside consultants.
• Delegate work to Project Technician and coordinate with disciplines.
• Assist the Project Manager with client and design team meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Technical design

Construction document skills

Graphic presentation

CAD experience

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are currently hiring a Project Architect in our Architectural division.

The Architectural Division at LaBella provides comprehensive planning and design services for a wide variety of markets, including State Corrections, Healthcare, K-12 and Higher Education, Residential, Commercial, and Municipal.

The overall expectations of the Project Architect position are to work with large project teams, including outside subconsultants, to ensure that all aspects of the project are being met and completed. An individual in this position needs to be capable of delegating aspects of work to the Project Technician and coordinating with all other disciplines. The Project Architect will assist the Project Manager with client meetings, design team meetings, and construction administration. In addition, the Project Architect must be motivated and capable of performing all duties with minimal guidance.

A successful candidate will be self‑motivated with the ability to lead, communicate, coordinate, and motivate. A successful candidate will also possess strong interpersonal, collaboration, and organizational skills, as well as contribute to a positive work environment.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Registered Architect in the state of New York (desirable but not required)
• 6-10+ years of experience
• Prior experience working with NYS OGS and/or other government agencies (desirable but not required)
• Have thorough knowledge and understanding of New York State building codes
• Strong technical design and construction document skills
• Well‑developed project design and planning skills
• Excellent graphic presentation skills
• CAD experience. (AutoCAD and Revit)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project)

Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year

The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Our benefit offerings cover the must‑haves (healthcare and retirement), the just‑in‑cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry‑on‑tops (fitness reimbursements, year‑end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

• Flexible Work Schedule
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401k Plan with Employer Match
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Leadership Development Program
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Referral Bonus Program
• Wellness Program
• Team Building Events
• Community Service Events

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

LaBella is committed to facilitating a culture where diversity, equity, and inclusion are respected, valued, and celebrated by implementing thoughtful, practical, and innovative strategies that support our employees and serve the communities in which we reside. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws.

LaBella Associates does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting professionals or agencies, nor do we accept resumes from any source that does not reference a specific, open position. LaBella Associates will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resume submitted by recruiting professionals or agencies that do not have a current placement fee agreement with LaBella Associates. All initial communication with recruiting professionals or agencies must go through human resources.