Senior Project Architect

W3Global; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Senior Project Architect for a full-time, on-site role in Indianapolis, IN. Lead projects through design and documentation, coordinating with engineers and consultants to deliver buildable, LEED-aligned design packages.

The ideal candidate will have a professional architecture degree, strong design/technical skills, and advanced BIM experience (Revit). Responsibilities include construction administration and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• Strong architectural design and technical abilities.
• Advanced skills in BIM and documentation.
• Proficiency in BIM software and documentation practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration, with team leadership ability.
• Experience managing projects from schematic design through construction.
• Experience in commercial, institutional, or mixed-use sectors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all design phases and documentation.
• Coordinate with engineers and consultants to ensure integrated documents.
• Oversee submittals, RFIs, and construction administration; review shop drawings.
• Mentor junior staff and guide project teams to ensure quality outputs.
• Maintain design intent, BIM standards, and sustainable design practices.

Skills

Architectural design

BIM proficiency

Mentoring / team leadership

Communication

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Company Description

Company is an established architectural practice committed to delivering thoughtful, functional, and aesthetically refined design solutions. The firm focuses on guiding projects from concept through completion with careful attention to client needs, project budgets, and schedules. Team members collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure well-coordinated, buildable documents and successful project outcomes. The studio environment emphasizes professional growth, design excellence, and strong technical standards, offering senior professionals the opportunity to lead impactful projects and mentor others.

About The Job

Company Description

Company is an established architectural practice committed to delivering thoughtful, functional, and aesthetically refined design solutions. The firm focuses on guiding projects from concept through completion with careful attention to client needs, project budgets, and schedules. Team members collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure well-coordinated, buildable documents and successful project outcomes. The studio environment emphasizes professional growth, design excellence, and strong technical standards, offering senior professionals the opportunity to lead impactful projects and mentor others.

Role Description

The Senior Project Architect is a full-time, on-site role based in Indianapolis, IN, responsible for leading projects through all phases of design and documentation. Day-to-day tasks include developing concepts, preparing detailed drawings and specifications, coordinating with engineers and consultants, and managing project schedules and deliverables. The role involves overseeing submittals and construction administration, reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, and ensuring design intent is maintained during construction. The Senior Project Architect will guide project teams, provide technical leadership, support BIM standards and workflows, and contribute to sustainable and LEED-aligned design practices.

Qualifications

• Strong architectural design and technical abilities, with proficiency in Architecture fundamentals and Building Information Modeling (BIM).


• Professional degree in Architecture.


• Advanced skills in industry-standard Revit software, along with strong documentation and detailing capabilities.


• Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to mentor junior staff and lead project teams.


• Experience managing projects from schematic design through construction, preferably in commercial, institutional, or mixed-use sectors.


• Institutional or Municipal preferred. K-12 Schools, College and University, Police and Fire stations