Senior Associate Project Architect

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Senior Project Architect

Company Name: Drury Development Corporation

Location: Fenton, MO

Project Focus: Hospitality and Mixed-Use Commercial Development

Work Setting: Hybrid

Salary: $100,000 – $140,000 + Performance Bonus

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Position Overview

Are you a licensed architect who finds professional fulfillment in seeing a hospitality concept transform into a landmark destination? We are seeking a Senior Project Architect to join a premier, growing architecture and development organization based in Fenton, MO. This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a seasoned professional who thrives on taking full ownership of architectural documentation and interdisciplinary coordination for high-profile hotel developments nationwide.

In this position, you aren't just managing drawings—you are a key technical strategist. You will guide projects from early-stage site planning through the complexities of construction completion, serving as a vital bridge between design teams, consultants, and construction partners. This role offers the unique opportunity to mentor internal talent while driving the execution of sophisticated lodging and guest service facilities within a stable, development-led environment.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Leadership: Lead the architectural design and documentation lifecycle for new construction and renovation hotel projects, ensuring high-quality delivery across all phases.

• Technical Documentation & Translation: Oversee the production of clear, comprehensive construction documents and specifications, translating ambitious design concepts into buildable reality.

• Interdisciplinary Integration: Serve as the primary liaison and coordinator between multidisciplinary project teams, including structural/MEP consultants, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

• Lifecycle Management: Direct project development from initial site planning and schematic design through design development (DD) and construction documents (CD).

• Construction Stewardship: Provide robust construction administration support, including shop drawing reviews, site visits, field issue resolution, and rigorous quality control.

• Compliance & Innovation: Ensure all projects adhere to building codes, ADA requirements, and life safety regulations while evaluating new materials and energy-efficient systems to enhance project value.

• Operational Excellence: Manage project schedules and deliverables to ensure all milestones are met through effective internal team coaching and consultant accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.

• Licensure: Active Architectural License (Required).

• Experience: 10+ years of progressive architectural experience with a proven track record of leading projects through design and construction.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced command of Revit and AutoCAD.

• Technical Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of building codes, ADA requirements, and the production/management of construction specifications.

• Leadership: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to coordinate complex, multidisciplinary project teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Sector Expertise: Specific experience working on Hospitality or Hotel Development projects.

• Visualization: Familiarity with SketchUp, Photoshop, or other professional rendering software.

• Project Scaling: Experience managing large-scale project teams and aggressive development schedules.

• Field Presence: Deep experience in construction administration and hands-on field coordination.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

About the Firm

Our client is a leading architecture and development firm known for its specialization in the hospitality sector. They combine the creative spirit of a design studio with the technical precision of a development powerhouse. Their commitment to employee well-being is reflected in a superior benefits package—including 100% company-paid family medical coverage and a "9/80" flex schedule—designed to support long-term career satisfaction and work-life harmony.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of our client. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities.  Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Keywords: Senior Project Architect, Licensed Architect, AIA, NCARB, Hospitality Design, Hotel Development, Revit, AutoCAD, Construction Administration, Site Planning, Commercial Architecture, St. Louis Architecture Jobs, Project Management, ADA Compliance, AEC Industry.