Project Architect (K-12)

SSOE Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SSOE Group is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our Atlanta practice. You will guide multi-disciplinary design teams, uphold design excellence, and serve as a trusted partner for a diverse K-12 education portfolio.

This role emphasizes leadership from programming through construction administration, with a focus on K-12 facilities and design excellence. As a member of the SSOE team, you’ll work on exciting projects for Fortune 100 clients globally, supported by advanced technology

Qualifications

• Experience leading K-12 education design projects.
• Ability to manage projects from programming through construction administration.
• Strong design leadership and client partnership.

Responsibilities

• Develop design strategies aligned with SSOE's design-first philosophy, sustainability goals, and user experience for K-12 projects.
• Lead and coordinate architectural projects from programming and schematic design through construction documents and construction administration.

Skills

Project management

K-12 design

Architectural design

Client coordination

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM

Job description

SSOE is seeking an experienced, driven Project Architect to join our growing Atlanta architecture practice. In this role, you will guide multi-disciplinary project teams, uphold the standards of design excellence, and serve as a trusted client partner across a diverse portfolio, with a focus on K–12 education. This K-12 Project Architect role is a unique opportunity to guide project teams from initial programming through construction administration prioritizing/emphasizing design excellence informed by your experience and passion for K-12 facilities and design.

SSOE – The Best of Both Worlds

At SSOE, Our Growth Trajectory Allows Us To Offer The Opportunities Normally Associated With a Large Firm While Embracing The Collaborative And Supportive Culture Often Found In Smaller Firms. As a Member Of The SSOE Team, You'll Work On Exciting And Diverse Projects For Fortune 100 Clients Around The Globe, Supported By The Best Technology For The Task At Hand. You'll Experience Our Employee-centric Culture That Strives To Offer a Healthy Balance, Flexible Working Arrangements, Direct Access To Leadership At All Levels, And a Continuous Learning Mindset. Once You Experience The SSOE Difference, You’ll Understand The Why Behind Our Metrics

• 28% - of our employees have been with SSOE for 10 years or more.
• 15% - percentage of employees with tenure exceeding 15 years.
• 99% - our CEO’s approval rating on Glassdoor.
• 98% - portion of our clients who say they would recommend us to a colleague.
  

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don’t just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you’ll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

• Develop design strategies and decisions that reflect SSOE's design-first philosophy, integrating evidence based design principles, sustainability goals, and user experience considerations from day one.
• Lead and coordinate architectural projects from programming and schematic design through c onstruction documentation and construction administration, ensuring quality, schedule