Architect - Owner's Representative

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

We are seeking a Licensed Architect / Design Project Manager to lead the design and planning efforts for capital improvement projects supporting K-12 educational facilities. This individual will oversee the design process from early planning through construction documentation, working closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure projects meet quality, budget, and regulatory standards.

• Based out of a central administrative office in Thornton, CO , with regular travel to project sites throughout the district
• Hybrid schedule available after onboarding (approximately 2 remote days per week, depending on project and meeting requirements)
• Fast-paced, project-driven environment supporting multiple concurrent capital improvement and renovation projects
• Approximately 50–60% of time spent in meetings, site visits, and design collaboration sessions
• Standard 40-hour work week with flexibility up to approximately 45 hours during critical project phases
• Collaborative team culture with a mix of office, field, and stakeholder-facing responsibilities

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and PTO
• Opportunity to work on projects that directly impact students, schools, and the surrounding community
• Long-term project stability with a major bond-funded capital program extending through approximately 2030
• Ability to focus on design leadership and project planning rather than construction issue management
• Collaborative, mission-driven environment dedicated to public service and educational improvement
• Strong opportunity for long-term career growth and potential permanent placement

• Manage all phases of design for multiple facility projects, including Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and Construction Administration (CA)
• Lead and coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, and external design teams
• Facilitate design meetings, project reviews, site walks, and stakeholder presentations
• Review architectural, civil, structural, site, and MEP drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Provide technical guidance and design oversight to ensure quality and consistency across projects
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, ADA requirements, district standards, and project budgets
• Support master planning initiatives, capital planning efforts, and bond-funded construction programs
• Manage and mentor planners, technical staff, and other project team members
• Coordinate project schedules, design deliverables, and stakeholder expectations across multiple active projects

• Registered Architect (RA) license
• Experience with K-12 educational facility projects
• 5+ years of experience managing design projects from planning through construction documentation
• 2+ years of leadership, supervisory, or team management experience
• Strong ability to review drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Experience working directly with architects, engineers, and multidisciplinary design teams
• Solid understanding of building systems (MEP), building codes, ADA requirements, and design standards
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working on public sector or bond-funded capital projects
• Experience supporting master planning or capital improvement programs
• Strong understanding of public procurement processes and stakeholder engagement
• Previous experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects within a large facilities portfolio

This is a Permanent position based out of Thornton, CO.

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $124000.00/yr.

Company Benefits Medical, dental, vision insurance Life insurance + AD&D HSA / FSA options Retirement: 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) PERA (public retirement system) Disability coverage (short + long term) Employee assistance program (EAP) Additional voluntary benefits (pet, critical illness, etc.)

This is a hybrid position in Thornton,CO.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

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