Lead design architect - architecture

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt (100% In-Office - Greater Boston Area)

Reports to: Vice President of Construction and Design

Connolly Brothers is a premier, family-owned design-build firm serving the Greater Boston area for more than 30 years. Known for its craftsmanship, integrity, and collaborative approach, the firm specializes in commercial, industrial, and institutional type projects.

With architecture and construction integrated under one roof, Connolly Brothers delivers a seamless client experience from concept through completion. The firm has built its reputation on thoughtful design, technical excellence, and long-standing client relationships rooted in trust and performance.

Connolly Brothers is seeking a design-driven Lead Architect to serve as a key architectural voice within its integrated design-build practice. Reporting to the Vice President of Construction and Design, this individual will play a highly visible, client-facing role focused on leading the design vision for complex commercial, industrial and institutional type projects.

This is not a people-management position. The architectural team currently consists of 4.5 FTEs, and this role will collaborate closely with that team while concentrating primarily on design leadership, client engagement, and project execution.

The Lead Architect will act as a trusted advisor to clients—guiding them through the design process, translating ideas into inspired architectural solutions, and ensuring alignment between aesthetic vision, budget, and constructability. This role is ideal for an architect who thrives in a collaborative design-build environment and enjoys balancing creativity with technical rigor.

The position requires full-time, in-office presence in the Greater Boston area, along with site visits within approximately one hour of the office.

Serve as the primary architectural point of contact for clients, leading design conversations and building trusted relationships

Guide projects from conceptual design through construction documentation and construction administration

Develop compelling, thoughtful designs aligned with client goals and project parameters

Ensure compliance with Massachusetts building codes, zoning regulations, and industry standards

Review and contribute to construction documents to maintain design integrity and technical accuracy

Partner with construction teams to resolve design, budget, and field challenges proactively

Oversee REVIT-based workflows to ensure design continuity and integration across projects (this is not a drafting-only role)

Conduct site visits to confirm alignment with architectural intent and address real-time conditions

Licensed Architect strongly preferred; Strong design sensibility with the ability to lead client-facing presentations and discussions

Deep understanding of building codes, construction methods, and permitting processes in Massachusetts

High proficiency in REVIT and strong technical fluency in architectural systems

This position provides the opportunity to focus deeply on design within a respected and established design-build firm known for quality, collaboration, and excellence.

The role offers meaningful client interaction, creative influence, and the opportunity to shape distinctive projects throughout the Greater Boston area.

Both organizations are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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