Project Architect

Job Title: Project Architect (Contract)
Job Description
This contract Project Architect role focuses on leading the production of high-quality construction document sets for multifamily, mixed-use, and student housing projects. You will work closely with an existing project architect and a broader project team, contributing advanced technical expertise in Revit, building systems, and code compliance to support fast-paced project delivery.
Responsibilities

• Lead and produce complete construction document (CD) sets for multifamily, mixed-use, and large residential projects.
• Support projects through design development and construction document phases, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to applicable codes and zoning requirements.
• Coordinate closely with project managers and external consultants, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), structural, and civil disciplines.
• Apply strong technical knowledge of building systems, detailing, and constructability to develop robust and buildable solutions.
• Review and incorporate redlines, requests for information (RFIs), and consultant inputs accurately and efficiently into drawing sets.
• Maintain schedule discipline and manage priorities effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
• Collaborate with project leadership while working independently on assigned tasks to meet tight deadlines.
• Communicate clearly with team members and consultants to resolve design and documentation issues.

Essential Skills

• Licensed architect (RA required).
• Demonstrated experience producing full construction document sets for multifamily, mixed-use, or large residential projects.
• Advanced professional proficiency in Revit with hands-on experience in architectural production.
• Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and construction detailing.
• Experience in commercial building design; experience must extend beyond single-family residential or interiors.
• Proficiency in design development and construction administration processes.
• Ability to coordinate with consultants across disciplines, including MEP, structural, and civil.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and consistently meet tight production deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong technical problem-solving abilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with multifamily, student housing, and mixed-use architectural projects.
• Background in commercial architecture and mixed-use developments.
• Project management experience supporting the planning and execution of complex building projects.
• Experience working within fast-paced, collaborative architectural teams.
• Comfort working in a culture that emphasizes fluid, cross-disciplinary collaboration over rigid, siloed processes.

Work Environment
This role operates in a hybrid work environment with an office based in Washington, DC, working alongside additional project architects and project team members. The practice emphasizes a collaborative and forward-looking culture, moving away from rigid, siloed processes toward a more fluid and integrated way of working. You will work with modern architectural tools and technologies, including Revit, to deliver detailed construction documentation in a professional studio setting that supports both focused individual work and close coordination with project leadership and consultants.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Washington, DC.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $57.59/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Washington,DC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 11, 2026.
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