Project Architect

OTT Financial Group; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Detroit is seeking a Project Architect to lead the design and coordination of architectural projects. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and over 5 years of experience, along with proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software. This role involves working closely with clients and project teams to deliver innovative solutions while adhering to budget constraints and regulatory requirements. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant architectural design experience.
• Strong proficiency in architectural design software.
• Knowledge of local building codes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and design of architectural projects.
• Prepare designs, specifications, and construction schedules.
• Collaborate with clients and external partners.

Skills

Architectural design

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Active board licensure in State of Michigan

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

SketchUp

Enscape

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Architect is responsible for leading the planning, design, and coordination of architectural projects, including new construction, renovations, and expansions. This role serves as a key liaison between clients, internal teams, and external partners to ensure that design solutions align with client goals, regulatory requirements, and budget constraints.

The Project Architect plays a critical role in delivering high-quality, innovative design solutions while supporting efficient project execution from concept through construction.

Organizational Values

• Investing in People
• Achieving the Extraordinary
• Serving with Humility
• Finding Fun in Our Work
• Committing Ourselves to Mutual Success
• Fearlessly Exploring
• Striving for Authenticity

Essential Responsibilities

• Identifies, through consultation, clients’ requirements, approximate budget, timetable, and possible needs for future expansion.
• Determines clients’ preferences regarding materials, styles, colors, and other variables.
• Attempts to identify through collaboration clients’ priorities in terms of needs vs. desires.
• Assists clients in defining their priorities and vision by preparing preliminary sketches of options.
• Prepares and presents designs, specifications, estimated costs, and proposed construction schedule.
• Creates detailed construction document plans and specifications integrating engineering, electrical, and HVAC considerations; presents plans to clients for review and approval.
• Modifies new or existing plans as required.
• Prepares scale drawings and contract requirements and submits for bids.
• Collaborates with clients to select and award construction contracts.
• Collaborates with subconsultants, construction managers, and clients to facilitate the building process to meet clients’ specifications.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Non-Essential Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned by the Project Director and/or the Project Manager.

Supervision Received

General Direction: Plans and arranges own work. Uses a wide range of procedures to accomplish assigned objectives.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervision: No supervisory responsibilities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution required; Master’s degree preferred
• Five (5+) years of relevant architectural design experience required
• Strong proficiency in architectural design software, such as AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, SketchUp, Enscape
• Proficient in architectural design principals, buildings systems, local building codes and regulations, and construction methods required.
• Active board licensure in State of Michigan required.

Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation and consultation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Creative problem-solving skills and a passion for architectural design
• Knowledge of architectural, civil, structural, and electrical disciplines; building construction; cost estimating; and building codes.
• Possess and demonstrate solid analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in an energetic and challenging work environment on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel throughout the state of Michigan regularly (2-3 days per week) to client sites and in-person meetings, required.