Senior Architectural Designer / Architect

Residential Architect; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Mileage/reimbursement for site visits

Company-provided software & equipment

Licensure support & career advancement

Job summary

Residential Architect seeks a Senior Architectural Designer/Architect with proven multifamily housing experience, including LIHTC. You will independently develop construction documents in Revit and lead projects from design through construction, communicating with clients and agencies.

Hybrid work is offered, with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth. The role emphasizes translating complex design concepts into coordinated documentation, managing budgets, and coordinating with

Qualifications

• Advanced Revit proficiency including family creation, detailing, and coordination workflows.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting directly with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and detailing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain organized documentation.
• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch).

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design development through construction administration, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget alignment.
• Develop complete construction document sets including plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and specifications.
• Coordinate with consultants (structural, MEP, civil) and manage interdisciplinary integration within Revit models.
• Communicate directly with clients, presenting design concepts, managing expectations, and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and internal workflows to ensure timely completion.
• Perform code research, zoning analysis, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and punch lists.
• Mentor junior staff in drafting, modeling, and project coordination as needed.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Communication skills

Project management

Coordination workflows

Education

Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)

Tools

Bluebeam

Forma

TwinMotion

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Architectural Designer / Architect with proven experience in multifamily housing, including affordable housing and LIHTC (Low-Income Housing Tax Credit) projects. The ideal candidate can independently produce complete construction documents in Revit, manage client and agency communication, and lead projects from design development through construction without supervision.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who is ready to take meaningful ownership of multifamily and renovation projects while working collaboratively with firm leadership. The ideal candidate can independently develop coordinated construction documents in Revit, communicate effectively with clients and consultants, and help carry projects from schematic design through construction.

We value someone who understands how buildings go together, is organized and dependable, communicates clearly, and is comfortable balancing the technical and interpersonal sides of architecture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design development through construction administration, ensuring quality, schedule, and budget alignment.
• Develop complete construction document sets including plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules, and specifications.
• Coordinate with consultants (structural, MEP, civil) and manage interdisciplinary integration within Revit models.
• Communicate directly with clients, presenting design concepts, managing expectations, and maintaining strong professional relationships.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and internal workflows to ensure timely completion.
• Perform code research, zoning analysis, and compliance documentation.
• Oversee construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, site visits, and punch lists.
• Mentor junior staff in drafting, modeling, and project coordination as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your wellbeing, professional growth, and longterm stability.

Time Off

• Paid vacation days
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling options depending on project needs

Health & Wellness

• Health insurance

Retirement & Financial Benefits

• 401(k) plan with employer contribution
• Profitsharing opportunities (if applicable)
• Professional development reimbursement (licensure, continuing education, conferences)

Additional Perks

• Hybrid or flexible work arrangements
• Reimbursement for mileage or travel for site visits
• Companyprovided software, equipment, and technology
• Support for licensure and career advancement

Required Qualifications

• Advanced Revit proficiency, including family creation, detailing, and coordination workflows.
• 5-10+ years of architectural experience, with demonstrated ability to independently produce construction documents.
• Excellent communication skills and comfort interacting directly with clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and detailing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and maintain organized documentation.
• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch).

Preferred Qualifications

• Architectural licensure or active pursuit of licensure. (Preferred but not required)
• Experience with multifamily residential projects and projects funded by the LIHTC.
• Familiarity with additional tools such as Bluebeam, Forma, TwinMotion, Adobe Creative Suite & MS Office Suite.
• Experience managing teams and mentoring junior designers.
• LEED accreditation or other sustainability certification such as WELL AP, CPHC, or Enterprise Green Communities experience.
• Comfortable working in a high-growth environment where roles evolve and new opportunities emerge
• Experience with affordable housing agencies (PHFA, NJHMFA, HUD or similar regulatory bodies)