Senior Project Architect: Design Leadership & Delivery

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects; Ambler (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects in Ambler, PA, seeks a licensed Architect to lead the design and delivery of complex projects from concept through construction. You will supervise all phases: design development, CD, permitting, bidding, and construction administration, while mentoring the team and ensuring quality and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership, and a collaborative spirit to advance innovative, sustainable design.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of professional architectural experience.
• Thorough understanding of applicable building codes, zoning regulations, life safety requirements, and industry standards.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale projects or multiple concurrent medium-sized projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing project deliverables.
• Proficiency in developing construction documents, specifications, and technical detailing.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects through all phases of design and construction.
• Develop creative, practical, and code-compliant design solutions that align with client objectives.
• Guide project teams in planning, design development, construction documentation, and project execution.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of conceptual, schematic, and final design drawings.
• Resolve complex design and technical challenges efficiently and effectively.
• Champion sustainable and resilient design practices throughout project development.
• Direct coordination between architectural, structural, MEP, fire protection, and specialty consultants.
• Lead project kickoff meetings and establish coordination protocols.
• Manage permitting processes and responses to jurisdictional review comments.
• Oversee bidding procedures and procurement support activities.
• Support construction administration efforts, including RFIs, submittals, field observations, and issue resolution.
• Mentor, coach, and develop architects, designers, and technical staff.

Job description

Cuhaci & Peterson Architects in Ambler, PA, seeks a licensed Architect to lead the design and delivery of complex projects from concept through construction. You will supervise all phases: design development, CD, permitting, bidding, and construction administration, while mentoring the team and ensuring quality and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership, and a collaborative spirit to advance innovative, sustainable design.