Project Architect

Haven Design|Build; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) with up to 4% match

Performance bonuses

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

Haven Design|Build is seeking a Project Architect in Durham, North Carolina. As a key leader, you will guide clients through the design process and produce high-quality construction documents for multifamily and small commercial projects.

This role requires a Professional Architectural Degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project management and tools like Revit and SketchUp, along with a hybrid work schedule and various employment benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in architectural projects.
• Experience in subsidized affordable housing projects (esp. LIHTC) preferred.
• Highly organized and strong project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture services across various project phases.
• Ensure execution of clients’ values and goals.
• Manage client communications and project budgets.
• Onboard and manage consultants and trade partners.
• Collaborate with executives for project acquisition.

Skills

Project management

Revit

SketchUp

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Professional Architectural Degree

Job description

Position Description

The Project Architect will be a key leader on the team responsible for guiding clients through the design process while producing high quality construction documents. This role is fully responsible for multiple multifamily and/or small commercial projects and supports project pipeline development with multifamily/affordable housing clients throughout North Carolina and Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture services including due diligence, feasibility studies, conceptual design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, construction administration, internal construction support, and quality assurance/quality control.
• Understand, communicate, and ensure the execution of clients’ values, goals, and vision for their project.
• Provide clients with timely, accurate, and helpful information: facilitate bi‑weekly client meetings, create and manage schedules (Gantt charts), and track fees and construction budgeting support.
• Onboard and manage consultants and trade partners.
• Partner with firm executives and business development staff to win projects.

Requirements

• Professional Architectural Degree with 8+ years of experience.
• Specific experience in subsidized affordable housing projects (esp. LIHTC) preferred.
• Strong understanding of project management and highly organized.
• Confident and capable guide for clients.
• Team‑friendly collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Position Objectives

• Achieve 100% client satisfaction.
• Be an integral part of a functional team.
• Keep projects on budget and on schedule.
• Build long‑term partnerships with trade partners.

Employment Benefits

• W2, salaried, full‑time employment with salary based on experience.
• Sick, vacation, PTO, and holidays.
• Education and license/stipend support.
• Hybrid work schedule with dedicated in‑office days.
• Health insurance options with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with up to 4% match.
• Parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• Performance and other bonuses.
• 60‑ to 90‑day trial period under hourly employment with limited benefits.