Project Architect/Project Manager

Project Architect

The Project Architect is responsible for leading architectural projects through all phases, from concept through construction administration. This role balances technical leadership, team coordination, and client engagement. The Project Architect works closely with the Studio Director, consultants, and internal teams to ensure projects meet Visioneering Studios Architecture standards for design quality, technical rigor, budget, and schedule.

This position requires strong professional judgment, clear communication, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining design intent and documentation excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural projects through all phases including Programming, Master Planning, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Administration.
• Execute projects in alignment with VSA standards, processes, and QA QC requirements.
• Coordinate architectural deliverables with consultants including structural, civil, MEP, lighting, acoustical, and specialty disciplines.
• Work closely with the Studio Director to ensure alignment with project vision, scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage project documentation to ensure accuracy, consistency, and constructability.
• Support design-build coordination with Visioneering Studios Construction on integrated delivery projects.
• Ensure proper review of work at each phase with the Studio Director and Managing Principal.
• Client and Partner Engagement.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for day-to-day client coordination.
• Support client meetings, presentations, and milestone reviews.
• Participate in entitlement processes, jurisdictional reviews, and agency coordination.
• Collaborate with Job Captains, Designers, and other Visioneers across studios.
• Maintain strong working relationships with partners, consultants, and authorities having jurisdiction.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior staff.
• Actively participate in cultivating VSA culture and shared standards.
• Support construction administration activities including RFIs, submittals, ASIs, and field observations.
• Collaborate with construction teams to protect design intent and resolve issues efficiently.
• Maintain organized project records including correspondence, meeting notes, and decisions.

Software Proficiency Required or Preferred:

• BIM & CAD Tools:
  • Autodesk Revit (required)
  • AutoCAD
  • Autodesk Navisworks
• Rendering & Visualization: Lumion
• Project Collaboration & Management: Autodesk Construction Cloud and Bluebeam
• Graphic & Documentation Tools:
  • Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications:

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• 10+ years of architectural experience
• Licensed Architect and/or NCARB Certification (preferred)
• Experience in one or more of the following sectors:
  • Commercial, Civic, Healthcare
  • K–12 / DSA Education
  • Religious / Cultural institutions

Necessary Attributes:

• Alignment with Visioneering's mission and values.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead while remaining collaborative and team-oriented.
• High level of accountability and follow-through.
• Comfort balancing creative design with technical execution.
• Professional judgment and discretion.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must sit for prolonged periods, and stand, walk, reach, twist, turn, bend, and stoop in the performance of daily office activities. The employee must be able to grasp, use repetitive hand movements and fine coordination in providing reports, data, and graphics using a computer keyboard and mouse. The position also requires the employee to use near vision in reading plans, correspondence, and data using a computer. Hearing is required when communicating by phone and/or in person. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Travel may be required and may vary.

General Information:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter describing your experience and passion for design-focused project management.