Project Architect

Cole West Home, LLC; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cole West Home, LLC in Saint George, Utah is looking for a Project Architect to lead the technical development and execution of architectural projects. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of residential and commercial construction, design solutions, and will work closely with the VP of Design.

This full-time role requires at least 5-10 years of experience, proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Bluebeam, and a keen eye for detail. A portfolio showcasing your previous work is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-10 years’ experience designing residential and commercial projects.
• Understanding of residential construction and detailing.
• Knowledge of latest building codes and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct precedent research on similar product types as the project brief.
• Develop architectural concepts and design solutions for residential and light commercial projects.
• Prepare layouts, drawings, renderings, and 3D models to communicate design concepts.

Skills

Revit

SketchUp

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Enscape

Communication skills

Team building

Job description

Cole West is a real estate development group focused on developing master planned communities, residential lots, urban in-fill communities, and mixed‑use properties throughout the state of Utah. We are founded on the principles of creating value through thoughtful land planning, progressive architecture, and exceptional project‑level execution. Using these strategies, we create extraordinary communities that are distinguished by these unique traits and deliver superior returns while elevating the greater fabric of our surrounding communities.

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The Project Architect is responsible for leading the technical development, coordination, and execution of architectural projects from conceptual design through construction administration. The ideal candidate would work under minimal supervision to carry out the necessary design + documentation of various product lines, such as single‑family homes, townhomes, and higher density condo‑type buildings. Applicant must be passionate about residential design, up to date with current trends, and be able to adapt to new building styles and types.

This is a highly creative position, and the ideal candidate should be detail oriented, understand residential and commercial construction methods, and be able to solve complex problems. They must be able to work well in a team environment and work with outside consultants and regulatory agencies.

This is a full‑time in‑office position.

DUTIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):

• Conduct precedent research on similar product types as the project brief.
• Develop architectural concepts and design solutions for residential and light commercial projects.
• Prepare layouts, drawings, renderings, and 3D models to communicate design concepts.
• Explore current trends in residential + multi‑family projects.
• Conduct product research and make materials and systems recommendations.
• Work closely with the VP of Design to meet project deliverables and deadlines.

EXPERIENCE

• Highly proficient in Revit, SketchUp, and Bluebeam.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, and Enscape.
• Minimum of 5‑10 years’ experience designing residential and commercial projects.
• Licensed architect (desired but not required) or equivalent professional experience.
• Understanding of residential construction and detailing.
• Knowledge of latest building codes and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to read and understand drawings of all disciplines.
• Excellent communication, team building, and resource management skills are a must.

Please include a portfolio or examples of your work with your application.