Senior Project Architect - Healthcare

Shepley Bulfinch; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Flexible work schedules

Professional growth and development opportunities

Job summary

A national architecture and design firm is seeking a Senior Healthcare Project Architect in Houston, Texas. The role requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in architectural projects and prior healthcare facility design experience. The successful candidate will manage teams, oversee architectural documentation, and work closely with clients. Competitive benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and flexible work schedules. This position involves up to 20% travel and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience working on all phases of architectural projects.
• Experience with healthcare facility design.
• Registered architect preferred or candidates actively pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of 3-10 people and establish project workplans.
• Lead internal production and delivery of architectural drawings.
• Interface with clients and lead meetings during the construction administration phase.

Skills

Healthcare facility design

Architectural documentation in Revit

Client relationship management

Technical knowledge in architecture

Education

B.Arch. or M.Arch. or equivalent degree

Tools

Revit

Job description

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

Shepley Bulfinch is seeking a well‑rounded Senior Healthcare 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. Special emphasis is placed on the importance of healthcare‑specific planning and client relationships. 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 healthcare facility design
• B.Arch., M.Arch. or equivalent degree
• Registered architect preferred (we will accept candidates actively pursuing licensure)
• Proficiency in healthcare regulations and codes
• 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