Project Architect | Beard + Riser Architects

AIA Memphis; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with 3% employer match

Health and dental insurance

Professional development stipend

Two weeks paid personal time

12 paid holidays including birthday

Comp time

Flexible scheduling

Remote work as approved

Job summary

Beard + Riser Architects in Oxford, MS, is seeking a senior Project Architect to lead projects from concept through construction and mentor a growing team. This role demands a technically adept, design-minded professional who can supervise design development, coordinate with consultants and clients, and ensure quality across all phases.

You'll oversee Revit production, establish drawing standards, and conduct site observations, while contributing to studio culture and design dialogue.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• Minimum 10 years of experience with proven project management ability
• Strong design sensibility and technical skill
• Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Licensure preferred (or NCARB reciprocal eligibility)
• Commitment to in-person collaboration in Oxford

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects through all design and construction phases
• Lead coordination between consultants, clients, and contractors
• Oversee and mentor design staff in Revit production, drawing standards, construction documents and detailing
• Conduct site observation and maintain quality control
• Contribute to studio culture and design dialogue

Skills

Project management

Mentoring

Design sensibility

Quality control

Client coordination

Education

B.Arch or M.Arch

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Beard + Riser Architectsis a Mississippi-based design practice rooted in community, craft, and context. With studios in Oxford and Greenwood, we pursue meaningful architecture across scales — from community centers to private residences — grounded in honesty of material and clarity of purpose.

Position Overview

We’re seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our Oxford studio. This is a senior role for a technically adept, design-minded professional who can lead projects from concept through construction while mentoring a growing team.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple projects through all design and construction phases

Lead coordination between consultants, clients, and contractors

Oversee and mentor design staff in Revit production, drawing standards, construction documents and detailing

Conduct site observation and maintain quality control

Contribute to studio culture and design dialogue

Qualifications

Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)

Minimum 10 years of experience with proven project management ability

Strong design sensibility and technical skill

Proficiency in Revit, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite

Licensure preferred (or NCARB reciprocal eligibility)

Commitment to in-person collaboration in Oxford

Salary:$80,000 to $100,000

Benefits:401(K) with 3% employer match, group health and dental, professional development stipend, two weeks paid personal time, 12 paid holidays including birthday off, comp time, flex scheduling, remote work as approved.