Project Architect

Archinect; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

3 weeks PTO in first year

8 paid federal holidays

15 extra Fridays off

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SmithGroup in Denver, CO is seeking a Project Architect to lead design and technical production for high-profile healthcare and multidisciplinary projects. The role emphasizes exterior skin systems, construction documents, and active construction administration.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in architecture, 10+ years of professional experience, architectural registration, and strong leadership and client-facing skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, healthcare experience preferred.
• Architectural registration is required; LEED AP preferred.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Experience leading other architects and integrated project teams.
• Proficiency in Revit and SketchUp.

Responsibilities

• Lead or help lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects with an emphasis on exterior skin systems.
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages including drawings and specifications.
• Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
• Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients.
• Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
• Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationships

Mentoring

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Architectural Registration

LEED AP preferred

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Affinity Photo

Publisher

Designer

Job description

Project Architect

SmithGroup Employer

Denver, CO, US

$93,000 - $121,000 annually

SmithGroup is an integrated design firm with a reputation for cultivating a top-ranked culture while pioneering award-winning innovative design solutions. We blend research, data and technology with ingenuity and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients' greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for healthcare, science and technology, workplace, mixed use, higher education, cultural, waterfront, parks and open spaces, and urban environments. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries and create a more resilient future.

The Denver office of SmithGroup is looking for a Project Architect to join our team.

Working With Us, You Will

• Lead or help lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects with an emphasis on exterior skin systems.
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages including drawings and specifications.
• Lead day-to-day construction administration activities including coordination with the contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain project progress.
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor the work performed by junior staff.
• Establish and execute project work plan and staffing requirements.
• Develop trusted relationships with clients.
• Participate in recruiting and performance management of staff.
• Meet with owners and user groups to determine program and planning requirements.

An Ideal Candidate Has

• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with experience in health care market preferred.
• LEED AP preferred. Architectural Registration required.
• Working knowledge of engineering systems; can successfully engage with professionals in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with clients and build client relationships and trust.
• Strong mentoring, written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• High proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, Affinity photo, publisher and designer.
• Experience leading other architects and integrated project teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.

• flexible scheduling
• a hybrid work environment
• 3 weeks of PTO within your first year of employment with the option of purchasing additional time off
• 8 paid federal holidays
• 15 extra Fridays off
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• wellbeing resources
• paid parental leave
• a flex spending account
• voluntary insurance options
• 401(k) program with employer matching
• tuition reimbursement program
• one-on-one career coaching
• professional development opportunities

We are 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, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].