Project Architect (2-5 Years Experience)

Archinect; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Barber McMurry seeks an experienced commercial project architect to join our studio. The ideal candidate is passionate about excellence, with demonstrated experience in high-crafted commercial design, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset.

The role involves leading documentation with a PM and Partner-in-Charge, coordinating with consultants, and contributing to design dialogue across multiple projects while meeting deadlines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 2–5 years of experience in high-crafted commercial design.
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite & Microsoft Office.
• Ability to sketch, digitally or by hand.

Responsibilities

• Lead documentation efforts and project collaboration under guidance of a PM and Partner-in-Charge.
• Coordinate building systems, details, and finishes with consultants.
• Assist with graphic/digital production of presentations and participate in project meetings.
• Actively contribute to internal and external design dialogue and manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Sketching

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

SketchUp

Rhino

VRay

Enscape

Job description

Barber McMurry seeks an experienced commercial project architect to join our studio. Successful candidates will be passionate about excellence and have demonstrated experience in high-crafted commercial design. Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, have stellar communication skills, and will adore collaboration in a culture that prioritizes curiosity and creative intensity.

Position Responsibilities:

Will collaborate with project team on commercial projects at various scales, leading documentation efforts under the guidance of a project manager and Partner-in-Charge, to develop and execute our vision for thoughtful, crafted spaces. Candidate must be comfortable collaborating with a team, working on multiple projects simultaneously, setting priorities, and meeting deadlines & budgets.

• Supports project design & process; guides projects through documentation and detailing
• Supports integration of building systems, construction details & finishes into overall design; coordinates with consultants
• Assist with graphic/digital production of presentations; participate in project meetings
• Actively contribute to internal & external design dialogue

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• 2-5 years of experience in high-crafted commercial design
• Proficiency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite & Microsoft Office
• Ability to sketch, digitally or by hand

Preferred Qualifications:

• NCARB or licensed in Tennessee preferred; will consider candidates pursuing licensure
• Sustainable certification (LFA, WELL, LEED) or experience with sustainable design
• Experience with SketchUp, Rhino, VRay, Enscape, etc.
• Experienced in presentations & client interactions