Project Architect-Healthcare

Moody Nolan; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation and Wellness Time

9 paid Holidays

Parental & Related Leaves of Absence

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Accident and Critical Illness Programs

Section 125 Premium Program

Flexible Spending and Health Savings …

Certification and Licensure Credit

Career Mentoring and Advancement

Transit and Parking Allowance

Job summary

Moody Nolan is seeking a licensed architect to lead technical development for healthcare projects in Columbus. You will coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, and specialty consultants to produce accurate construction documents while upholding design intent and regulatory compliance.

In this role you will mentor junior staff, ensure constructability, and collaborate with project managers to meet schedules and milestones.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture is required.
• Professional licensure in Architecture is required.
• Minimum 5 years of professional architectural experience, including healthcare projects.
• Experience delivering healthcare renovation and ground-up projects.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare planning, codes, life safety, accessibility, and building systems.
• Proficiency in coordinating construction documents and CA services.
• LEED accreditation or credentials is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical development, coordination, and production of project documents across all design phases.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, and specialty consultants for integrated documents.
• Resolve complex design challenges while preserving goals, constructability, and compliance.
• Oversee drawing production, specifications, detailing, and quality control.
• Collaborate with Project Manager on schedules, milestones, and coordination.
• Coordinate permitting activities with authorities and interface during construction.
• Lead technical review of RFIs, submittals, substitutions, and other CA tasks.
• Mentor junior staff and promote technical excellence across teams.

Skills

Architectural leadership

Project coordination

MEP coordination

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Professional licensure in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

This role is responsible for coordinating project documentation, leading technical development, integrating consultant work, and ensuring projects are delivered with a high level of quality, constructability, and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate brings strong healthcare design and technical experience, a thorough understanding of healthcare codes and building systems, and the ability to collaborate effectively with project managers, medical planners, consultants, and clients. This individual serves as the technical lead throughout project delivery, ensuring design intent is maintained while supporting efficient project execution and successful construction outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical development, coordination, and production of project documentation throughout all phases of design and construction.
• Coordinate architectural, structural, MEP, and specialty consultants to ensure an integrated, accurate, and technically sound set of construction documents.
• Resolve complex technical design challenges while maintaining project goals, design intent, constructability, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee drawing production, specifications, detailing, and quality control to support a coordinated and complete project deliverable.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to support project schedules, technical milestones, and consultant coordination.
• Coordinate permitting activities and interface with authorities having jurisdiction throughout permitting and construction.
• Lead technical review of RFIs, submittals, substitutions, and other construction administration activities to support successful project delivery.
• Mentor junior team members and promote technical excellence, consistency, and best practices across project teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field required.
• Professional licensure in Architecture required.
• Minimum 5 years of professional architectural experience, including healthcare project experience.
• Demonstrated experience delivering healthcare renovation and ground-up projects through multiple phases of design and construction.
• Strong knowledge of healthcare planning principles, building codes, life safety requirements, accessibility standards, construction detailing, and building systems.
• Experience preparing and coordinating construction documents and providing construction administration services.
• Proficiency in Revit and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite and standard architectural documentation tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and consultant coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects while maintaining exceptional technical quality.
• LEED accreditation or other relevant credentials preferred.

Why Moody Nolan?

Our culture

Moody Nolan is a diverse workplace, founded on the principles of equity and inclusion. We believe the best designs come from divergent perspectives working together toward a common goal. We pursue design excellence and use architecture as a catalyst to uplift and empower communities.

With 12 offices nationwide, we champion one another in achieving career aspirations while balancing life's demands. We’re always looking for new talent to join us in creating the future of design.

What we do

We practice responsive architecture and responsible citizenship— designing solutions unique to our clients, community, and the environment. We listen intently and analyze creatively to design spaces that reflect the culture of our clients and the communities they serve. As responsible citizens, we design spaces that prioritize human health and protect the Earth’s ecosystems.

We believe in leading by example— it’s why our firm is diverse by design. As the largest African American-owned firm, equity and inclusion shape our firm culture and guide our design decisions. We challenge the status quo to create equitable design solutions that address systemic racism and inspire positive social change.

What we offer

• Paid Vacation and Wellness Time
• 9 paid Holidays
• Parental & Related Leaves of Absence
• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Accident and Critical Illness Programs
• Section 125 Premium Program
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Certification and Licensure Credit
• Career Mentoring and Advancement
• Transit and Parking Allowance

Starting salary: $95,000 (The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and office location.)