Project Architect

Pope-Design-Group; Duluth (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Profit sharing

401K contributions

Paid holidays

Continuing education

Licensure & professional memberships

Medical, dental, vision, FSA including

Job summary

Pope Design Group in Duluth, MN seeks a Project Architect or Job Captain to translate design concepts into detailed construction documents for healthcare, civic, and education projects.

You will collaborate closely with the Project Manager and design team, coordinate with consultants, manage QA/QC, and guide project teams through SD-CA phases, with licensure preferred but not required.

We offer a flexible hybrid work arrangement, competitive salary, and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years of professional experience in architecture.
• Experience leading project documentation and coordination; licensure preferred but not required.
• Healthcare, civic, or education project experience preferred.
• Proficient with Revit, Bluebeam and MS Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and develop design concepts into high-quality documents across SD-CA phases.
• Coordinate drawings with specifications and other team members.
• Lead project documentation and provide technical oversight.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors; participate in site visits and RFIs.
• Support Project Manager and Designer; may lead some projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role: Project Architect or Job Captain

Market Sector: Duluth, MN: Healthcare, Civic and Education

Reports To: Eric Young, Team Manager

Position Type: Full-Time, Salaried

Created: July 31, 2026

Introduction:

Pope Design Group is seeking a passionate, ambitious and thoughtful Project Architect or Job Captain that seeks to make a positive and impactful difference in our community through the spaces we create. We are a multi-disciplinary firm comprised of creative architects and interior designers, partnering with clients across the country. We believe in working together to create environments that enhance lives. In this position you will be working closely with the Project Manager and an integrated team of design professionals developing design concepts into high-quality documents for our clients. Our approach is client-focused, and our employees grow and thrive in our collaborative and flexible environment.

Market Sectors: Healthcare, Civic, and/or Education

This position will provide an opportunity to collaborate with integrated design teams on healthcare, civic and/or education-related projects of various sizes and complexities.

Responsibilities Include:

• Work on a variety of project types, including tenant improvements, new construction, and renovations of existing buildings.
• Drawing production work through all project phases.
• Coordinate drawings with specifications prepared by other team members.
• Consultant coordination, including M/E/P, structural, furniture and AV.
• Provide technical oversight for project team and make independent decisions for projects and project teams.
• Coordinate project documentation with clients, consultants, contractors, and project team.
• Review and implement building codes, ensure code compliance and constructability.
• Coordinate with QA/QC team and implement recommendations.
• Participate in all aspects of construction administration duties including site visits, shop drawing reviews, RFI’s, change orders, review pay applications, etc.
• Receive project direction from the Project Manager and Designer, may lead some projects.

Client Interface:

The project team works together on developing a positive relationship of trust with our clients and fostering a commitment to external and internal client service. Your role includes the following:

• May regularly communicate with clients to verify design requirements and specifications, progress reviews and delivery of final presentation.
• May work with Project Manager, Designer and client to confirm objectives and formulate options.
• May prepare and conduct design and technical presentations for team and/or clients.
• May participate in marketing efforts.

Your Skills, Experience and Competencies:

• You have a minimum of 7+ years of experience in the industry, with experience leading project documentation and coordination. Licensure preferred but not necessary.
• While you may work on a variety of project types, our need is for a Project Architect or Job Captain with experience in healthcare, civic and education projects.
• You have experience in all phases of architectural design (SD-CA) and the ability to coordinate all aspects of assigned projects.
• You provide attention to detail, good organizational skills, excellent follow-through skills, can juggle multiple tasks and multiple priorities as well as consistently meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in the use of Revit, Bluebeam and Microsoft Office Suite.

Salary & Benefits:

The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000 annually. Salary may be impacted by candidates' years of experience, specific market sector experience, licensure and/or potential involvement in business development. Full-time individuals in this role are eligible to participate in our benefit programs which include bonuses, profit sharing, 401K contributions, paid holidays, paid time off, continuing education, paid licensure & professional memberships as well as medical, dental, vision, FSA including Medical and Dependent Care, life and short/long term disability programs. For an overview of our benefits, please visit our careers page Careers | Pope Design Group. We offer a flexible hybrid work environment allowing employees to work remotely two days a week.

Website & Contact:

To learn more about our firm please visit our website at www.popedesign.com.

AA/EOE

We are committed to creating a positive work culture that is supportive, inclusive, and flexible for all, including you!