Project Architect - Lead Projects, Path to Principal

Jones Gillam Renz Architects, Inc.; Salina (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiated based on experience

Medical Insurance

401K and company matching

Paid Vacation/Holiday/Sick Leave

Bonus/Profit Sharing Program

Professional Development Support

Job summary

Jones Gillam Renz Architects, Inc. in Salina, KS is seeking a motivated Project Architect to join our team.

You will work directly with Senior Project Managers to learn clients, projects, and processes, with a defined succession path toward Project Manager and potentially Principal. You’ll gain hands-on experience in design, coordination, budgeting, and leadership, shaping the future of the firm and its long-term client relationships.

Qualifications

• Must hold an Architecture Degree.
• Architectural License preferred or actively pursuing licensure.
• 5+ years of experience in an architectural firm.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and PDF editing tools like Bluebeam.
• Strong detailing, design, and construction documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain long‑term client relationships with consultants and partners.
• Lead projects through all design and construction phases focusing on quality, schedule, and budget.
• Collaborate with Senior Project Managers while preparing to assume leadership of client portfolios.
• Mentor project teams and provide technical guidance on project documents and detailing.
• Lead meetings, presentations, and coordination with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and resources to deliver successful outcomes.
• Perform construction administration including site observations and RFIs.
• Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities.

Skills

Initiative

Ownership

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Time management

Education

Architecture Degree

Architectural License (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Jones Gillam Renz Architects, Inc. in Salina, KS is seeking a motivated Project Architect to join our team.

You will work directly with Senior Project Managers to learn clients, projects, and processes, with a defined succession path toward Project Manager and potentially Principal. You’ll gain hands-on experience in design, coordination, budgeting, and leadership, shaping the future of the firm and its long-term client relationships.