Senior Project Architect - Design Lead & Construction

Philadelphia, PA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits package including health

Job summary

CosciaMoos Architecture in Center City Philadelphia is seeking a Project Architect with 7-10 years of experience to lead a range of projects from design through close-out. The role requires strong design sensibilities, solid technical knowledge, and superb client communication skills.

You will collaborate with the design principal to develop concepts, coordinate zoning and codes, supervise staff, and manage consultant teams.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of architectural design and project experience.
• Strong writing and organizational skills.
• Registered Architect or path towards licensure.

Responsibilities

• Direct all phases of projects from pre-design through construction administration.
• Develop and execute architectural design concepts with the design principal.
• Research and document zoning restrictions, building codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to architectural staff.
• Solicit and evaluate consultant proposals and manage consultant coordination and contractual responsibilities.
• Oversee preparation of architectural deliverables and coordinate consultant documents for permitting and construction.
• Direct construction administration activities, including review of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and payment applications.
• Serve as the primary client contact, managing relationships, expectations, and communications while coordinating project scope, fees, and budgets with firm principals.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and work plans, allocating resources and monitoring progress.
• Assist with preparation of proposals for architectural design services.
• Lead project meetings and coordinate communications among clients, consultants, and other project participants.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to their professional development.
• Participate in the firm's quality assurance process across projects.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor/Master in Architecture (B.Arch/M.Arch)

Tools

Revit

Job description

CosciaMoos Architecture in Center City Philadelphia is seeking a Project Architect with 7-10 years of experience to lead a range of projects from design through close-out. The role requires strong design sensibilities, solid technical knowledge, and superb client communication skills.

You will collaborate with the design principal to develop concepts, coordinate zoning and codes, supervise staff, and manage consultant teams.