Project Architect - Senior Living

Job Description

Job Description

Project Architect – Senior Living | Dallas, TX

A nationally respected architecture and design practice is seeking a licensed Architect to join its growing Senior Living team in Dallas. This is an opportunity for a highly collaborative Project Architect to lead impactful work that shapes vibrant communities for aging populations while advancing your career within a design-driven environment.

If you are a technically strong Architect who enjoys leading teams, mentoring staff, and delivering complex projects from concept through construction, this role offers the platform, resources, and project exposure to thrive in the competitive Dallas architecture market.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Join a nationally recognized design practice with award-winning projects
• Work on high-profile Senior Living developments throughout the U.S.
• Collaborative culture focused on innovation, mentorship, and professional growth
• Exposure to complex architectural projects across the full project lifecycle
• Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits
• Strong career advancement opportunities for experienced architects in Dallas
• Access to cutting-edge design technology and visualization tools
• Flexible and team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to mentor emerging architecture professionals
• Work alongside industry-leading designers, planners, and technical experts

About the Role

The Project Architect will lead technical design execution and implementation for Senior Living projects while partnering closely with project managers, consultants, and clients. This Architect will oversee project coordination, QA/QC processes, technical documentation, and team collaboration to ensure high-quality project delivery.

This position is ideal for an Architect with strong technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and experience managing architectural documentation and consultant coordination on complex projects in Dallas and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead architectural project execution from design development through construction administration
• Coordinate consultants, engineers, contractors, and internal project teams
• Prepare and review construction documents and technical drawings
• Ensure compliance with building codes, accessibility standards, and QA/QC procedures
• Support project schedules, deliverables, and documentation milestones
• Guide technical problem-solving and project coordination efforts
• Participate in client presentations, meetings, and project discussions
• Mentor junior architecture staff and support professional development
• Conduct site visits, field reviews, and consultant coordination meetings
• Collaborate with design leadership to maintain project vision and technical excellence
• Research materials, systems, and architectural products for project application

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in Architecture required
• Licensed Architect required
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience preferred
• Proven experience leading complex architectural projects
• Senior Living project experience strongly preferred
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam, and Navisworks
• Experience with visualization tools such as Rhino, Grasshopper, Enscape, or Twinmotion preferred
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction detailing, and code compliance
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple architectural projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational and client relationship management abilities

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Professional development and licensure support
• Collaborative studio culture with long-term career growth
• Exposure to nationally recognized architecture and design projects

 Location

This full-time Architect opportunity is based in Dallas, offering the chance to work in one of the country’s fastest-growing architecture and development markets. Candidates seeking Project Architect jobs in Dallas with strong leadership opportunities and design-focused project work are encouraged to apply.