Project Architect – Higher Education

American Institute of Architecture Students; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kahler Slater in Milwaukee or Madison seeks a Project Architect for Higher Education projects. You will lead planning and design phases, coordinate with Project Managers, and translate concepts into architectural solutions.

Join a collaborative team that values initiative, innovation, and relationships. You’ll work with education clients, manage design tasks, and contribute to a national portfolio while meeting schedules.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience as an architectural professional with higher education client experience
• Professional degree in Architecture and Architectural registration
• 4+ years of Revit production experience, with Revit and automation tools
• Experience in selecting building materials and systems
• Strong teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Excellent spoken, written, and graphic communication skills
• Focus on collaboration and leadership under tight deadlines and budgets
• High attention to client needs and adaptability under pressure

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the planning and design phases of significant higher education, sports, recreation, and wellness projects, translating design concepts into architectural solutions
• Support Project Manager in project management tasks, focusing on schedule, staffing, and budget
• Coordinate the project’s design intent with technical project requirements
• Direct and manage the internal and external design team from planning through construction administration
• Represent the team with education, sports, and culture clients, industry partners, contractors, consultants, and public authorities
• Contribute to Kahler Slater’s local and national portfolio

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Collaboration

Client focus

Pressure management

Architectural knowledge

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Architectural registration

Tools

Revit

Automation technologies

Job description

Project Architect – Higher Education

Join Kahler Slater; a purpose-driven firm where design meets strategy. We’re looking for a Project Architect based in Milwaukee or Madison, WI for our Higher Education projects. Our ideal Project Architect is passionate about solving complex challenges of higher education projects with experience developing and detailing intricate projects. As a Project Architect, you have knowledge of a variety of building typologies, construction techniques, sustainability methods, and building technologies. As a key team member, you will contribute to our robust national portfolio, and directly impact our ability to achieve continued market growth.

This is more than just a job. It’s an opportunity to shape experiences for our clients and our team. At Kahler Slater, we enrich lives through the power of design. You’ll join a firm that values initiative, innovation, and relationships built on trust.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in leading the planning and design phases of significant higher education, sports, recreation, and wellness projects, generating, and translating design concepts into final architectural solutions
• Support Project Manager in project management tasks, focusing on schedule, staffing, and budget
• Coordinate the project’s design intent with technical project requirements

• Direct and manage the internal and external design team from initial planning through construction administration
• Represent the team with multiple education, sports, and culture clients, industry partners, contractors, consultants, and public authorities
• Contribute to our robust local and national portfolio

What You’ll Bring:

• 6+ years of experience as an architectural professional with experience in public and private higher education clients and projects
• Professional degree in Architecture and Architectural registration
• 4+ years of Revit production experience, proficiency utilizing Revitand automation technologies
• Experience in the selection of building materials and systems
• Successful team-orientation and collaboration behaviors
• Strong communication skills, spoken, written, and graphic
• Focus on collaboration and cooperation with others, demonstrating project and technical leadership
• High attention to client needs
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and within restrictive time deadlines and budget parameters while maintaining focus and positive attitude

Why Kahler Slater?

Work in a creative, open studio environment that values flexibility and professional growth. Occasional travel keeps things dynamic, and every day offers the chance to make an impact.

Ready to design experiences that matter? Submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio today.

Kahler Slater is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an E-Verify participant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.