Senior Project Manager / Project Architect – Correctional / Justice

DRG Architects; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

DRG Architects seeks a Senior Project Manager / Project Architect with specialized expertise in correctional facility design. This remote role involves leading multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects, ensuring design excellence and compliance throughout all phases while mentoring emerging professionals.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Mentorship and professional growth opportunities

Leadership development pathways

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years architectural experience, 5 in correctional facility design.
• Expertise in building systems and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and technical execution of correctional projects.
• Collaborate with clients and agencies for project delivery.
• Manage compliance with codes and guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Technical Oversight

Education

Active U.S. architectural license

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Senior Project Manager / Project Architect – Correctional / Justice

Senior Project Manager / Project Architect – Correctional / Justice

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Job Title: Senior Project Manager / Project Architect – Correctional / Justice Facilities

Location: Remote

Company: Design Resources Group Architects, AIA

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

Design Resources Group Architects (DRG Architects) is a respected architectural practice known for shaping thoughtful, resilient, and community-centered spaces across the public sector. With a growing portfolio of justice, correctional and civic architecture, we are committed to design excellence and meaningful impact. As we expand our practice, we are seeking a Senior Project Architect with specialized expertise in correctional facility design to join our leadership team.

Position Overview

This role offers a unique opportunity to lead high-profile correctional and detention facility projects that influence the future of justice architecture. The ideal candidate will be a licensed architect with deep experience in secure environments and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams from concept through construction. You will play a central role in shaping project vision, maintaining design integrity, and ensuring technical precision across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the design and technical lead for correctional and justice facility projects across the region
• Collaborate closely with clients, government agencies, and consultants to deliver secure, functional, and human-centered environments
• Direct the development of construction documents, ensuring full compliance with relevant codes, accessibility standards (ADA), and correctional facility guidelines
• Provide oversight during bidding and construction phases, supporting quality assurance and field coordination
• Lead internal design charrettes and mentor emerging professionals within a collaborative studio culture
• Contribute to project scheduling, budgeting, and strategic planning alongside firm leadership

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. architectural license (New Jersey / PA and or NY license preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience, including at least 5 years focused on correctional or detention facility design
• Strong command of Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Expertise in building systems, detailing, and construction documentation
• Familiarity with public procurement processes and design-build delivery models
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience working with departments of correction, municipal or county jail systems
• LEED accreditation and a working knowledge of sustainable design practices
• NCARB certification or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently and deliver under tight deadlines
• What We Offer
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• The opportunity to shape landmark projects that contribute to public safety and community wellbeing
• A supportive, inclusive work environment focused on mentorship and professional growth
• Clear pathways for leadership development and long-term career advancement
• To Apply
• Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (PDF or web link) to Hany Y. Salib, AIA – CEO at [e-mail], using the subject line: “Senior Project Architect – Correctional Facilities”
• Note: This is a senior-level position. If you do not meet the minimum required experience, we kindly ask that you do not apply.
• We appreciate your interest in DRG Architects. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning

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