Project Architect | Cultural Architecture & Historic Preservation

Bespoke Careers; Maryland; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Bespoke Careers is seeking a Project Architect in Washington, DC for an on-site, highly collaborative studio that blends design, technical rigor, and historic preservation. You will lead documentation from concept through construction, coordinating with consultants and clients on projects spanning new builds and preservation work on significant historic structures.

The role requires 5–10 years of professional experience, a professional architecture degree, and expertise in Revit and AutoCAD with

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of professional architecture experience.
• Professional degree in Architecture; licensure or active pursuit preferred.
• Experience across design development, construction documents, and construction administration.
• Strong experience with traditional architectural design, detailing, and renovation/adaptive reuse of historic structures.
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, with integrated workflows.
• Experience with consultant coordination, scheduling, and project management; MS Project is a plus.
• Familiarity with LEED principles and sustainable/resilient design.
• Knowledge of DC Building, Energy, and Green Codes and FAR regulations.
• Institutional, civic, or complex urban projects preferred.
• Experience with federal clients such as GSA, USACE, AOC, or NPS is highly valued.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural documentation from concept through construction.
• Produce and review drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinate consultants, technical details, and interdisciplinary workflows.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and construction administration, including site visits.
• Support project managers with scheduling, coordination, and project tracking.
• Use Revit and BIM tools for documentation and coordination.
• Integrate sustainable/resilient design principles and contribute to internal quality control.
• Communicate with clients and consultants and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Design development

Construction documentation

Construction administration

Historic preservation

Education

Professional Architecture Degree

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

A highly regarded boutique architecture practice in Washington, DC is seeking a Project Architect to join its collaborative studio. This is an on-site role for an architect who enjoys working at the intersection of design, technical rigor, and historic preservation.

You'll lead architectural documentation from concept through construction, coordinate consultants and technical details, support project management, and work closely with clients and project teams. Projects range from new buildings to thoughtful redesigns and preservation work involving significant historic structures and urban sites. Some projects are national or international and may require travel.

Role and Responsibilities

• Lead architectural documentation from concept through construction
• Produce and review drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Coordinate consultants, technical details, and interdisciplinary workflows
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and construction administration, including site visits
• Support project managers with scheduling, coordination, and project tracking
• Use Revit and BIM tools for documentation and coordination
• Integrate sustainable/resilient design principles and contribute to internal quality control
• Communicate with clients and consultants and mentor junior staff

Experience and Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional architecture experience
• Professional degree in Architecture; licensure or active pursuit preferred
• Experience across design development, construction documents, and construction administration
• Strong experience with traditional architectural design, rigorous detailing, and renovation/adaptive reuse of historic structures
• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, with strong experience integrating both workflows
• Experience with consultant coordination, scheduling, and project management; Microsoft Project is a plus
• Familiarity with LEED principles and sustainable/resilient design
• Knowledge of DC Building, Energy, and Green Codes and FAR regulations
• Institutional, civic, or complex urban projects preferred
• Experience with federal clients such as GSA, USACE, AOC, or NPS is highly valued
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

What You'll Bring

• Strong architectural instincts and a passion for design and technical excellence
• An appreciation for drawing, detailing, sketching, and architectural craft
• The ability to move comfortably between design, documentation, and construction
• Experience navigating historic buildings and sensitive urban contexts
• A collaborative, thoughtful approach to problem-solving

Location: Washington, DC | On-site 5 days/week

Work across a diverse portfolio of new construction, historic preservation, adaptive reuse, civic, and institutional projects.