Project Architect

SmithGroup; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Flexible scheduling

3 weeks PTO + ability to purchase more

8 paid federal holidays

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Wellbeing resources

Paid parental leave

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career coaching

Professional development

Job summary

SmithGroup, Houston, seeks a Project Architect to lead a team in delivering complex design solutions across healthcare, science and technology, higher education and commercial sectors.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, 10+ years of experience, and architectural registration. Proficiency with design tools and strong client relationship skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience, with experience in higher education and/or science & technology markets preferred.
• Architectural Registration required; LEED AP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for complex projects (healthcare, science & technology, higher education, commercial).
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
• Lead day-to-day construction administration activities with contractor, owner, and consultants to maintain progress.
• Mentor, provide oversight, and monitor work of junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Client relations

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

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

Working with us, you will:

• Lead a team of architects to complete technical documents for projects of complex nature (healthcare, science and technology, higher education, commercial).
• Prepare, coordinate, and complete construction documents packages.
• 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 the higher education and/or science & technology markets 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, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
• Experience leading other architects and project teams.
• Demonstrated understanding of code implementation and jurisdiction review.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction practices and methodologies.

At SmithGroup, we are committed to helping our staff thrive with great projects and time to unwind.

• We offer 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
• plus 15 extra Fridays off!
• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• 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

While we may ultimately pay more or less than a posted salary range, at the time of posting the anticipated salary range for this position is $90,000 to $106,000 annually and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus each year.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.