Project Architect

Jobot; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Project Architect for a Milwaukee-based architectural studio. You will lead architecture projects through all phases—from schematic design to construction administration—while coordinating with in-house engineers and planners. The role emphasizes strong client communication and mentorship within a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of experience, a professional architecture degree, and proficiency in Revit. Licensure is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of professional architecture experience with project leadership across multiple phases.
• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program.
• Architectural license preferred; licensure pursuit encouraged.
• Proficiency in Revit; BIM coordination and related tools a plus.
• Strong design sensibility with attention to buildability and documentation.
• Excellent communication and client-facing presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all phases — schematic design, DD, CDs, bidding and CA.
• Serve as primary client contact, managing relationships with owners, contractors and consultants.
• Coordinate with in-house engineering, interior design, and planning disciplines.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining high design standards.
• Mentor and guide junior staff and interns.
• Support business development through proposals, presentations and client relations.
• Ensure compliance with codes, zoning, accessibility, and sustainability goals.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Team collaboration

Mentoring

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

BIM coordination

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Project Architect - Milwaukee Based Architectural Studio

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kelly Anne Wight.

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year.

A bit about us

We are a 120-person, client-centric interdisciplinary firm headquartered in Milwaukee's historic Menomonee River Valley, with a project base that spans the Midwest and beyond. Founded in 1906, we've spent more than a century designing environments that empower the people who inhabit them — from healthcare facilities that save lives to schools that inspire learning, civic buildings that strengthen communities, and sports and recreation spaces that bring people together. Our full-service capabilities span architecture, interior design, planning, structural engineering, civil engineering, MEP, and landscape architecture, all under one roof. We've earned recognition as one of the best places to work in Milwaukee, and we take that distinction seriously — fostering a culture of curiosity, continual learning, rigorous design thinking, and genuine fun. We believe that a building project is a landmark event, and we treat every one of them that way.

Why join us

• Work across one of the broadest market portfolios in the region — from healthcare and education to civic, sports, science & tech, worship, and industrial — no two projects are the same.
• Join a 120-person firm with the resources and diversity of a large practice and the culture and relationships of a boutique studio
• Be part of a true interdisciplinary team — architects, interior designers, engineers, planners, and landscape architects collaborating under one roof
• Headquartered in a multiple award-winning, LEED-certified historic building that is itself a testament to the firm's design philosophy
• Recognized as one of Milwaukee's best places to work, with a culture built around curiosity, professional development, work-life balance, and genuine camaraderie
• Deep roots in Milwaukee with a philanthropic commitment to the communities we design for — this is a firm that does meaningful work and means it
• Shareholder opportunities available as part of a long-term career path within the firm

Job Details

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all phases — schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration
• Serve as a primary client contact, managing relationships with owners, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies
• Coordinate with in-house engineering, interior design, and planning disciplines to deliver fully integrated project solutions
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining the firm's high standards for design quality
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff and intern architects
• Contribute to business development efforts including proposals, presentations, and client relationship building
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes, zoning, accessibility standards, and sustainability goals

What We're Looking For

• 5–8 years of professional architecture experience with demonstrated project leadership across multiple phases
• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program
• Architectural license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure strongly encouraged to apply
• Proficiency in Revit required; experience with BIM coordination, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite a plus
• Strong design sensibility paired with technical rigor — you care equally about how it looks and how it's built
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present confidently to clients and collaborate across disciplines
• Experience across multiple market sectors preferred; curiosity and adaptability are essential
• LEED AP or other sustainability credentials a plus

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