Project Architect, Retail and Aviation

LGA Partners, LP; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental & vision

Company-paid life and disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off & parental leave

Professional development stipends

Lunch & learns & study groups

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

LGA Partners is seeking an experienced Interior Designer/Architect to lead interior architecture for retail and Food & Beverage projects. The role can be based in Pittsburgh or Cleveland, with responsibility for client management, design delivery, and coordination of project teams.

You bring 5+ years on commercial projects, a Bachelor’s in Architecture, and strong skills in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and MS Office. Licensure is a plus, and collaboration across offices is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• 5+ years of experience on commercial projects, food & beverage preferred.
• Professional licensure highly advantageous.
• Strong design, communication, and technical skills; ability to work independently and on teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of interior architecture projects including retail and food & beverage.
• Act as the main point of contact for the client and internal team.
• Monitor project schedules and performance.
• Produce design drawings and specifications, including furniture specification, selection and coordination.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Conduct QAQC of project drawings.
• Mentor and train project teams.

Skills

Client management

Interior design

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

INTERIOR DESIGNER
LGA Partners, a leading architecture firm headquartered in Pittsburgh, is currently seeking an Architect to join our award-winning team. As a Project Architect, you will be responsible for leading client management, as well as assisting with project production and design, for Food & beverage Concessions projects. This role can sit in either our Pittsburgh Headquarters or our Cleveland Office.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Lead the design and development of interior architecture projects including retail, food & beverage, and other small projects
• Act as the main point of contact for the client and internal team
• Monitor project schedules and performance
• Produce design drawings and specifications, including furniture specification, selection and coordination
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and contractors
• Conduct QAQC of project drawings
• Mentor and train project teams

What You Bring to the Table:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 5+ years of experience working on commercial projects, previous Food and Beverage design preferred
• Professional licensurehighly advantageous
• Strong understanding of project schedules and costs
• Excellent design, communication, and technical skills
• Ability to work efficiently both independently and on project teams.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, and Microsoft Office

Why LGA? Here’s What Sets Us Apart:

We take immense pride in being the only architecture firm in the region to earn the Pittsburgh Business Times Best Places to Work award for seven consecutive years and to be recognized as an AIA Pennsylvania EPiC Firm for our commitment to emerging professionals. At LGA, our work spans the nation and beyond, but our strength starts within. We’re a studio-driven firm fueled by innovation, collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering thoughtful, award-winning design. What sets us apart is our people-first culture — built on curiosity, mutual respect, and a genuine investment in every team member’s growth. We embrace the diverse perspectives that shape our studios and strengthen our practice, knowing that great design comes from dynamic and collaborative teams.

What You’ll Enjoy as Part of LGA:

• Competitive, experience-based compensation packages
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to support your well-being
• Company-paid life and disability insurance — because your peace of mind matters
• A generous 401(k) plan to invest in your future
• Robust paid time off, including parental leave and personal wellness days
• Annual professional development stipends to support licensure, conferences, and more
• Continuing education through lunch & learns, guided tours, conferences, and study groups
• Flexible work schedules that empower work-life harmony
• A calendar full of company-sponsored celebrations — from semi-annual parties to monthly town halls, happy hours, and community outreach events

LGA is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits classifications, referral and other aspects of employment without bias or discrimination towards race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity/ expression or any other protected characteristic as established by law.