Project Architect

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is one of the largest privately held architecture and engineering firms in the Southeast.

Goodwyn Mills Cawood (GMC) is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our growing team in Tampa , FL . This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced, self-motivated architect to lead and manage architectural projects, from concept through construction. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong design and technical skills, project leadership, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a collaborative team environment.


Essential functions and responsibilities include:

• Lead and manage all phases of architectural projects, from programming and conceptual design through construction administration
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, and contractors
• Coordinate and integrate work across disciplines to ensure design intent and project goals are met
• Schedule and offer assistance across multiple offices as required
• Direct the development of construction documents in Revit
• Prepare and review project deliverables, ensuring quality control and compliance with applicable codes and standards
• Oversee and support junior architectural staff with guidance, mentorship, and technical expertise
• Conduct site visits, field measurements, and construction observation
• Respond to RFIs and submittals, review shop drawings during the construction phase
• Participate in permitting processes, consultant coordination, and preparation of project manuals/specifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program
• 8+ years of professional architectural experience with demonstrated project management responsibilities
• Strong working knowledge of construction methods, building codes, and standards
• Proficiency in Revit is required; experience with AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite is a plus
• Registered architect in Florida required
  • OR Licensure in Florida is preferred; candidates who are eligible to obtain Florida licensure will be considered.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
• Local to the Tampa, FL area or willing to relocate
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for site visits as needed

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veterans

About GMC

We are a regional firm with national experience located in 28 offices throughout the Southeastern United States. We believe in community, collaboration, and using the power of creativity and hard work to make a difference. Whether designing schools, parks, hospitals and other commercial developments, or providing clean water, safe streets and restoring resilient environments, GMC takes great pride in serving our communities through the transformative work we do. Every project is guided by the foundational concept that communities are built by people, not companies, and we strive to serve our communities with quality, integrity, creativity and care. One of the Southeast's most comprehensive multi-disciplined firms, GMC is equipped to provide all of the services associated with architecture, interior design, civil engineering, environmental services, landscape architecture, planning, transportation engineering, geotechnical engineering, electrical engineering, surveying and disaster recovery.