Project Architect, 7-10 Years

Studios Architecture; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Support for IDP and continuing education

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Washington, DC seeks a skilled Architect with a Bachelor's degree and 7-10 years of experience. The role involves leading complex projects, developing innovative designs, and ensuring compliance with sustainability standards. Ideal candidates are excellent communicators with strong technical knowledge and Revit experience. The firm emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and professional growth, offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience in architectural or interior design firms.
• Capable of leading multiple projects independently.
• Strong presentation skills for design concepts.
• Experience in LEED documentation and certification.

Responsibilities

• Develop architectural solutions to complex design problems.
• Lead projects while maintaining client relationships.
• Ensure designs meet sustainability and code compliance.

Skills

Design problem-solving

Strong communication

Analytical skills

Sustainability strategies

Construction knowledge

Collaboration

Presentation skills

Revit expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Candidate description

You are passionate about the impact of design on people’s lives and thrive on developing architectural solutions to complex problems. You are collaborative by nature and enjoy both teaching and learning from others, understanding that the best design comes from exploration and the exchange of ideas. You are a proactive and creative problem-solver with strong analytical skills, as well as a good communicator who builds strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants, and vendors while balancing the demands of multiple projects at various stages of development. And finally, you have a deep understanding of technology, building performance, and sustainability strategies in design and construction.

Your Experience and Skillset

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required.
• 7-10 years of work experience in an architectural or interior design firm on large commercial office, mixed-use, civic, academic, cultural, or other complex projects.
• Capable of leading multiple projects independently as well as collaborate on larger-scale projects as part of a team. Ability to balance demands on multiple projects at various stages of development.
• Ability to develop and present initial design concepts. Strong presentation skills.
• Ability to develop designs with understanding of building systems, sustainability requirements, accessibility and code compliance for solutions that are unique and engaging while tailored to the client’s vision and project requirements.
• Strong technical knowledge of large-scale construction types, construction detailing, and building materials and systems.
• Experience in all phases of Architectural services from Schematic Design through Construction Documentation and Construction Administration preferred.
• Experience in LEED documentation and certification, space programming, space planning, workplace strategy, entitlements, planning approvals, and other relevant facets of commercial architecture and planning are desirable.
• Design and documentation experience using Revit required.

STUDIOS’ collaborative spirit leads to creative, responsible placemaking and transformative design. Our process engages the full team in the design, based upon our belief that the best ideas can come from anywhere. We enjoy a strong studio culture, a community of friends and colleagues who are passionate about creating world-class design. Mentorship, professional growth, and continual learning and improvement are emphasized. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, and support for IDP, ARE, LEED, and continuing education.

STUDIOS Architecture is fully committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity and affirmativeaction in all aspects of employment.

Show Us What You Can Do!

Share your portfolio demonstrating thoughtful, innovative design conceptualization skills, and thorough and coordinated construction documentation. Submit your work, resume, and letter of interest through the link below.