Project Architect - Facilities

Beta Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Beta Technologies in Vermont is seeking a Project Architect to join our in-house design team, delivering buildable documentation and independently managing small-to-mid scale projects from concept through construction.

This role blends CAD/drafting proficiency with growing project leadership, coordinating with operations and facilities, and ensuring designs meet codes, sustainability goals, and production needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related design field or equivalent professional experience
• 8+ years of professional architectural design experience
• Advanced modeling proficiency with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit
• Strong knowledge of building codes, sustainability, and field execution

Responsibilities

• Produce complete architectural drawing sets - plans, sections, elevations, and details across all design phases
• Translate operational needs into coordinated, buildable construction documentation
• Coordinate drawings with structural, MEP, and civil disciplines
• Apply specialized knowledge (storefront systems, timber/wood construction, or similar) where relevant
• Maintain CAD standards, templates, and documentation workflows; verify in field as needed
• Independently manage small-to-mid scale projects from programming through construction
• Serve as primary design point of contact with facilities/build team and stakeholders
• Track submittals, RFIs, and design revisions; lead project meetings and document decisions
• Participate in programming discussions and present design options for review
• Coordinate with external consultants on larger capital projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Project management

CAD/drafting

Communication with stakeholders

Building codes knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related design field

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Revit

Job description

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

BETA’s Project Architect brings senior technical design expertise to BETA 's in-house design team, producing high-quality architectural documentation while independently managing small-to-mid scale projects from concept through construction. This role blends deep CAD/drafting proficiency with growing project leadership responsibility, working directly with operations teams and facilities staff to deliver buildable, well-coordinated design solutions across BETA 's diverse portfolio - from internal renovations to manufacturing facility build-outs. This position offers a clear growth path to Senior Project Architect upon achieving architectural licensure and demonstrating consistent project execution.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Produce complete architectural drawing sets - plans, sections, elevations, and technical details - across all design phases
• Translate operational needs into coordinated, buildable construction documentation
• Coordinate drawings with structural, MEP, and civil disciplines
• Apply specialized technical knowledge (storefront systems, timber/wood construction, or similar) where relevant
• Maintain CAD standards, templates, and documentation workflows; conduct field verification as needed
• Independently manage small-to-mid scale projects from programming through construction completion
• Serve as primary design point of contact, coordinating directly with facilities/build team and stakeholders
• Track submittals, RFIs, and design revisions; lead project meetings and document decisions
• Participate in programming discussions and present design options for stakeholder review
• Coordinate with external consultants on larger capital projects as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related design field, or equivalent professional experience
• 8+ years of professional experience in architectural design, drafting, or construction documentation
• Advanced modeling proficiency required including AutoCAD, SketchUp and Revit
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, building science and sustainability, and how design drawings translate to field execution
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects independently, prioritize across concurrent projects, and communicate clearly with stakeholders

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.

Compensation

$90,000 - $110,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, and local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.