Project Architect, Retail

American Institute of Architects; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

American Institute of Architects in Orlando, FL seeks a Project Architect. The role requires 10+ years of architecture experience, an architectural license, and proficiency in Revit. Responsibilities include managing client relationships, QA/QC for retail clients, and mentoring junior staff. The firm is recognized for its progressive design approach and collaborative work culture, aiming to create a better future through innovation and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited university.
• An Architectural license is required.
• A minimum of 10+ years of experience in architecture.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and service to clients.
• Proficiency in Revit is required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for QA/QC for a valued Retail client.
• Primary client relationship duties.
• Focus on architectural design and coordination with engineering disciplines.
• Client interaction and quality assurance & control.
• Mentor and grow junior level staff.

Skills

Architectural detailing

Project management

Revit

Communication

Organization

Sustainable design

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Architectural license

Job description

Little, nationally recognized as a “Best Firm to Work For” and one of the nation’s most progressive design firms, is seeking a Project Architect with a positive, collaborative work style for our Retail Studio in Orlando, FL.

The ideal candidate for this opportunity will be an ambitious, creative, and engaged Project Architect who is passionate about design and improving the performance of our clients through creative collaboration and breakthrough ideas. This candidate also has a strong ability for meaningful mentoring of team and staff.

A position you’ll love:

• You’ll be responsible for QA/QC for a valued Retail client; including overall construction documentation review and approval and signing and sealing of documents.
• You will have primary client relationship duties.

• Your efforts will have a direct impact on the growth of the account.
• Your focus will be on architectural design and coordination with engineering disciplines.
• You will be working with a team to produce and execute extraordinary work.
• You’ll be responsible for client interaction, consultant coordination and quality assurance & control.
• Your work will include a variety of tasks including design, production, and construction administration responsibilities.
• You’ll help mentor and grow more junior level staff.

Ideal candidates will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Architecture from an accredited university.
• An Architectural license is required.
• A minimum of 10+ years of experience in architecture.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with a strong understanding of architectural detailing and code knowledge.
• Strong knowledge of external detailing.
• Great attention to detail and service to clients.
• Strong organization, communication and presentation skills are a must.
• Proficiency and ability to draw in Revit is required.
• Strong commitment to sustainable design and elevating project performance.

Why Little:

Little is a place where you’ll surround yourself with colleagues who have different areas of expertise, are from different cultures and generations, and embody different talents, experiences, and passions. In fact, if you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, you’ll hear that it’s the people. It’s also our culture and the chance to be part of creating a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, talents, and interests and we strive to give each person exposure to the widest possible array of experiences. We care intensely about our clients and each other, and we do our best to spark a spirit of creativity and excitement in everyone around us.

Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact [e-mail] or a member of our HR Team.