Senior Project Architect

Perkins&Will; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins&Will Miami Studio is seeking a Project Architect with 10+ years of experience on complex projects to guide the design process and lead teams. The role requires strong Revit and 3D software skills, coordination with consultants, and a focus on design integrity and project outcomes.

The candidate will mentor staff, oversee QC, and contribute to proposals and interviews, ensuring alignment with the firm’s standards and client goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of architecture experience on complex projects.
• Licensed architect required.
• Proven leadership of design teams and collaboration with consultants.
• Strong understanding of building codes and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the design process with high proficiency.
• Manage project documentation, drawings, and specifications.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines and external consultants.
• Ensure quality control and conformance with standards.
• Mentor staff and support marketing efforts.

Skills

Revit

Rhino

Grasshopper

3D modeling

Presentation

Office suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Architectural license

LEED GA

Living Design accreditation

Tools

Enscape

Lumion

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Perkins&Will Miami Studio is looking for a Project Architect with 10+ years of experience in complex projects and sound business acumen to join our growing practice! We are looking for someone who is a champion of the design process, technically excellent, with Revit and 3D software expertise. This technical leader will collaborate with and lead the consultant and project teams to successful outcomes for our clients.

Typical Years of Requisite Experience

10+ years

Professional Licensure

Required

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading all phases of the design process with a high level of proficiency and expertise while adhering to firm and project goals and standards of excellence in design, project management, execution and living design.
• Understands and responds to technical implications, design decisions and project financial goals.
• Leads and participates in project documentation development and the production of deliverable drawings and specifications.
• Oversees and manages Quality Control reviews at each phase for conformance with firm standards, contractual obligations and project design intent, with a focus on quality, accuracy, legibility, completeness and constructibility.
• Directs project Quality Assurance efforts and responsible for adherence with Perkins&Will standards.
• Accountable for effective project coordination efforts among internal disciplines (architecture, interior design, landscape architecture) and with external consultants.
• Communicates with clients related to project technical matters.
• Oversees project regulatory reviews (building code, accessibility, zoning) and coordination with, and submission to, authorities having jurisdiction.
• Ensures effective and efficient of team performance of construction contract administration responsibilities.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and engineering systems relevant to project work.
• Contributes to project marketing pursuits, proposal preparation and interviews.
• Leads collaborative teams in design reviews, charettes and pin-ups.
• Demonstrates strong and effective communication, decision making and collaboration, which inspires high team performance.
• Mentors staff and provides oversight of assignments.

Proficiencies

• Building, zoning, energy and zoning codes
• Site analysis
• Preliminary design studies
• Contract documents
• Specifications
• Construction contract administration
• Project team organization and management
• Consultant coordination
• Client communication

Software Skills

• Advanced Revit
• Conceptual and computational modeling tools such as Rhino, including Grasshopper scripting
• Microsoft Office Suite and 365
• Adobe Creative Cloud including presentation skills such as InDesign and Photoshop
• Visualization tools such as Enscape, Lumion and VRay
• Physical modeling tools such as 3D printing and laser cutting
• Presentation tools such as InDesign and Photoshop
• Environmental Analysis software such as Pollination Ladybug and Climate Studio

Licensure, Certifications, and Education

• LEED GA within 6 months of hire
• Professional Accreditation in one area of Living Design that interests you: LEED AP with Specialty, BREEAM AP, WELL AP, SITES AP, Passive House Institute Certified Passive House Consultant/Designer CPHC/CPHD, or ILFI Living Future Accreditation
• Architectural license
• Bachelor's degree in architecture or related discipline required