Senior Designer / Project Architect

Shepley Bulfinch; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

Shepley Bulfinch seeks a Senior Project Architect in Phoenix to lead or support the design and delivery of architectural projects across higher education and urban developments. You will mentor a team of 3-10, manage staffing, budgets and schedules, and ensure rigorous cost control during construction administration.

The role emphasizes collaboration, client interfacing, and strong technical knowledge across interior and exterior detailing, with opportunities for professional growth and a

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience working on all phases of architectural projects.
• Higher education and/or urban development experience preferred.
• Registered architect preferred (licensure pursued acceptable).
• Up to 20% travel expected regionally and nationally.

Responsibilities

• Lead or assist internal production and delivery of architectural drawings.
• Interface with clients and lead meetings during construction administration.
• Establish project workplans (staffing, budget, schedule) and manage contractual, financial and cost-control responsibilities.

Skills

Team leadership

Project management

Communication

Client interfacing

Staffing planning

Education

B.Arch.

M.Arch.

Tools

Revit

Job description

Come build something with Shepley Bulfinch as a Senior Project Architect!

Shepley Bulfinch is seeking a well‑rounded Senior Project Architect who is creative and passionate about architecture, curious about solving complex problems, and looking to grow and learn from others that share the same values. The ability to manage a team of 3-10 people, establishing project workplans (staffing, budget, schedule) and fulfilling contractual, financial and cost control responsibilities. We are looking for someone comfortable leading or assisting on the internal production and delivery of architectural drawings, interfacing with clients, and leading meetings during the construction administration phase of a project.

Who We Are:

Shepley Bulfinch is a national architecture and design firm with offices in Boston, Hartford, Houston, Phoenix and Durham. Founded in 1874, the firm has a notable legacy of challenging convention, pioneering visionary design ideas, and collaborating with clients who seek to drive measurable change.

How do you know if this role is right for you?

You are collaborative, flexible and well‑rounded. You have proven experience in making your voice heard to fulfill the design goals of the firm. You know how to maintain positive working relationships with clients and contractors. You thrive working independently and collaboratively. You are passionate about design and comfortable explaining your design choices. Finally, you have a strong foundation of technical knowledge and familiarity with both interior and exterior detailing.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience working on all phases of architectural projects
• Prior experience with higher education and/or urban development
• B.Arch., M.Arch. or equivalent degree
• Registered architect preferred (we will accept candidates actively pursuing licensure)
• Significant experience managing and using Revit for architectural documentation, as well as experience reviewing submittals, responding to RFIs and revising documents in Revit.
• Up to 20% travel expected regionally and nationally

Shepley Bulfinch offers competitive benefits and compensation, including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) and profit‑sharing plan, and flexible work schedules, as well as a range of professional growth and development opportunities.

Shepley Bulfinch is an Equal Opportunity Employer