Project Architect

Beyer-Blinder-Belle-Architects-and-Planners-LL; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Plan

PTO & Holidays

Professional Development

Wellness Programs

Mentorship Programs

Job summary

Beyer Blinder Belle is seeking an experienced Project Architect to lead and coordinate architectural and engineering teams in Washington, DC, focusing on a complex existing-building residential project. The role involves guiding documentation, addressing regulatory and constructability challenges, and collaborating with BBB offices across Boston, New York, and Miami.

You will manage design development through Construction Administration, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and mentor junior

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional architectural experience, including leadership roles as Project Architect or similar.
• At least five years on multifamily residential projects.
• Experience renovating or adapting existing residential buildings.
• Experience across multiple project phases: CD and CA.
• Registered Architect; sustainability accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural document production and coordination across all project phases.
• Develop comprehensive contract documents, drawings, specs, and technical details.
• Evaluate existing conditions using field observations and available documentation.
• Resolve technical challenges in renovation and rehab of existing residential buildings.
• Coordinate internal project team and external consultants (structural, MEP/FP, civil, landscape, code, envelope, etc.).
• Lead coordination meetings, set priorities, delegate tasks, track progress against schedules.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on staffing, production planning, and workflows.
• Communicate design concepts clearly to clients and project team through drawings and presentations.
• Maintain design intent and quality per client and BBB direction.
• Direct development of zoning, permit, and regulatory review packages.
• Conduct QA/QC to meet BBB standards and codes.
• Guide BIM development and coordination per BBB BIM standards.
• Support Construction Administration (RFI responses, submittals, site visits).
• Provide mentorship to junior/intermediate team members.

Skills

Project leadership

Multidisciplinary coordination

BIM leadership

Education

Architect license

Sustainability accreditation (preferred)

Tools

Revit

Autodesk BIM 360

Navisworks

Job description

Description

Beyer Blinder Belle is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our multidisciplinary Washington, DC office. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate architectural and engineering teams through all design phases, with an immediate focus on a complex existing-building residential project.

Working closely with the Project Manager, Partner in Charge, consultants, and client, the Project Architect will guide project documentation and coordination while addressing technical, regulatory, constructability, and existing-condition challenges.

In addition to working locally with a broad and diverse group of professionals at all career stages, new hires will collaborate virtually with BBB design professionals in the Boston, New York, and Miami offices. All BBB employees, including new hires, can participate in staff initiatives that advance professional skills, connect staff beyond project work, and promote environmental and social well-being.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural document production and coordination across all phases of the project, including Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, permitting, and Construction Administration.
• Develop comprehensive and well-coordinated contract documents, including drawings, specifications, and technical details.
• Evaluate existing building conditions and incorporate field observations, surveys, and available documentation into the design and project delivery process.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges associated with the renovation and rehabilitation of existing residential buildings.
• Coordinate the internal project team and external consultants, including structural, MEP/FP, civil, landscape, code, envelope, and other specialty disciplines.
• Lead coordination meetings, establish clear priorities, delegate assignments, and monitor the team’s progress against project schedules and deliverables.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager on staffing, production planning, project workflows, and resource needs.
• Communicate design and technical concepts clearly to clients, consultants, and project team members through drawings, presentations, visualizations, specifications, and construction details.
• Maintain design intent and technical quality throughout the project, incorporating direction from the client, Project Manager, and Partner in Charge.
• Direct the development of zoning, permit, and other regulatory review packages.
• Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews to confirm compliance with BBB standards, client requirements, applicable codes, zoning regulations, and project-specific criteria.
• Guide the development and coordination of the Revit model in accordance with BBB’s BIM standards and project requirements.
• Support the Construction Administration process, including responding to RFIs, reviewing submittals, participating in site visits and meetings, and resolving field conditions.
• Provide clear direction, technical guidance, and mentorship to junior and intermediate team members.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• 10+ years of professional architectural experience, including significant experience serving as a Project Architect or in a comparable project leadership role.
• At least five years of experience working on multifamily residential projects.
• Demonstrated experience with the renovation, rehabilitation, or adaptive reuse of existing residential buildings.
• Experience working through multiple project phases, including Construction Documents and Construction Administration.
• Registered Architect required; sustainability accreditation is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of multifamily residential building systems, technical detailing, accessibility requirements, life-safety considerations, and applicable building codes.
• Knowledge of Washington, DC codes, zoning requirements, permitting processes, and regulatory agencies is strongly preferred.
• Ability to assess existing conditions, anticipate complex technical or constructability issues, and identify the appropriate resources and solutions.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams, managing consultants, delegating assignments, and supervising staff.
• Strong quality assurance and quality control capabilities.
• Excellent communication, organization, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and maintain project quality while meeting established deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite applications.

BIM Capabilities

A successful candidate must be able to:

• Work effectively within Building Information Modeling platforms; proficiency in Revit is required.
• Participate in BIM execution planning and follow established standards for design authoring, model exchange, drawing production, and design review within a common data environment.
• Guide project teams in developing and maintaining coordinated architectural models.
• Conduct or oversee BIM-based coordination, issue tracking, and quality assurance using platforms such as Autodesk Construction Cloud/BIM 360, Navisworks, Revizto, or Solibri.
• Produce and manage BIM deliverables that comply with project data requirements and Level of Development expectations.

Benefits

BBB is committed to supporting your well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• Health: Medical, dental, and vision coverage (with a no-premium option)
• Financial: 401(k) plan (pre-tax/ and or Roth), pre-tax healthcare and dependent care savings plans, commuter transit/parking programs, and life/disability insurance.
• Paid Time: PTO, holidays, and paid volunteer opportunities.
• Professional Development: Subsidies for ARE exam fees, AIA membership dues, and other professional expenses.
• Wellness: Fitness Discounts, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Culture: Mentorship programs and employee resource groups.

Compensation

BBB offers fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is $100,000-$130,000, with variations based on experience, education, achievements, and business needs. Employees may also receive an annual performance-based bonus and a salary increase.