Project Architect

ms consultants, inc.; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

ms consultants, inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking a Project Architect to lead Building Systems projects. You’ll collaborate with senior architects, engineers, technicians, and staff, driving design, production, calculations, bid item quantification, cost estimates, and fieldwork.

The role emphasizes mentoring, technical leadership, and using Revit, AutoCAD, and Office tools. A hybrid work model and opportunities to shape sustainable, multi‑discipline projects are offered.

Qualifications

• ABET/NCARB‑accredited architecture degree or equivalent.
• Experience leading architectural projects within multi‑discipline teams.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Excellent collaboration and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor project teams across design and production tasks.
• Coordinate with engineers, technicians and staff to meet standards.
• Prepare high‑quality documents and perform hand‑offs for reviews.
• Monitor production hours and align efforts with budgets.
• Direct coordination between in‑house disciplines and multiple concurrent projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelors in architecture (ABET/NCARB)

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Project Architect, Commercial Building Systems

ms consultants, inc.

Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Raleigh, NC

Are you an experienced architect looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Project Architect to join our Building Systems team, where you'll collaborate directly with senior architects, engineers, technicians, and administrative staff. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives on driving teams toward excellence in design, production, calculations, bid item quantification, cost estimates, report preparation, and fieldwork.

As a Project Architect, you'll have the opportunity to lead and mentor your colleagues while utilizing the latest in technical software and innovative design techniques. You'll be responsible for ensuring high-quality, efficient production across multidiscipline projects. In this role, you'll serve as the technical lead for projects, reporting to the Senior Architect (Technical Services Manager) while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Our focus on work-life balance includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. At ms consultants, you're more than just an employee - you're part of a team working toward a brighter, more sustainable future.

What You'll Do:

• Technical understanding of building design and construction techniques.
• Production related project tasks within the following software platforms: Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, and other Microsoft Office platforms
• Assisting the project team leaders to align Client & Technical Design Standards for each project.
• Creating high quality documents and checking your own work before hand-offs to peer reviews.
• Monitoring of the team's production hours and compare the effort expended to project budgets
• Lead the coordination effort between other in-house technical disciplines
• Manage the production of multiple team members for multiple concurrent projects

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from ABET accredited or NCARB certified institution; master's degree preferred but not required.
• Proven experience in the field, with relevant training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working within technical project teams and collaborating with cross-functional service groups.
• Proficiency in technical software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to collaborate, think creatively, and lead teams effectively.

Why Choose ms consultants?

We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR's Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service.

As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered.

We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We're also able to offer full-time remote work for select position, depending on the role and work requirement.

Our Mission:

By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.

Our Vision:

Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.

Our Values:

We are accountable. We foster collaboration. We stand for inclusion. We are committed to excellence. We are passionate about our work.

The ms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.

ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.

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