Project Architect - Architecture - Senior

As an inclusive, integrated architecture and engineering practice, we value the diversity of perspectives, experiences, abilities, and expertise that advance both the work we do, and the world we share.
Our PreK-12 practice creates inspiring learning environments that support educational excellence, community engagement, and student success. Do It as a Team - We believe the best solutions emerge through collaboration, trust, and shared accountability across disciplines and project teams.
Make a Mark - We are driven to create meaningful impact through design, delivering projects that strengthen communities and improve lives.
Strive for Performance - We pursue excellence in design, technical execution, client service, and project delivery, holding ourselves to the highest standards.
Design impactful educational environments that serve students, educators, and communities.
Partner with school districts, educational stakeholders, consultants, and regulatory agencies to achieve successful project outcomes.
Work in a flexible hybrid environment that balances autonomy with meaningful in-person collaboration.
The Architect V / Senior Project Architect is a senior-level technical professional responsible for leading complex scopes and large-scale projects from concept through construction. This role requires expert knowledge of building systems, detailing, codes, and construction processes, with a proven record of delivering technically sound work in their our PreK-12 Education Sector. The Architect V / Senior Project Architect role manages all technical aspects of a project, supervises production teams, and ensures compliance with all applicable regulations. This role includes responsibility for signing and sealing work prepared under their direct supervision and oversight.
Our Pre K-12 practice creates inspiring learning environments that support educational excellence, community engagement, and student success. You'll collaborate with other architects, engineers, planners, and designers across disciplines to deliver meaningful projects that make a lasting impact.
Lead project planning and coordination of the architectural design effort, including development and ongoing management of the Discipline Work Plan (DWP) in collaboration with the Project Manager
Oversee the production of coordinated construction documents, ensuring technical accuracy, code compliance, and adherence to firm quality standards as defined by the HED Design Process
Direct Coordination across disciplines and manage internal teams and external consultants to maintain alignment with design intent, project goals, and schedules
Ensure regulatory compliance through code analysis and interface with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), including permitting and resolution of code-related issues
Lead material, product, and systems research to inform detailing, specifications, and performance-based design decisions; integrate findings into project standards
Manage construction administration activities, including site visits, RFIs, submittal reviews, and field coordination to ensure built work aligns with design intent
Serve as Architect of Record with the authority to sign and seal drawings and documents prepared under your direct supervision
Mentor and develop architectural staff across multiple project teams and support their professional growth
Minimum Bachelor of Science in Architecture (4-year degree). Minimum 15+ years of professional experience with a strong emphasis on technical project delivery
Extensive experience leading large, complex projects through all phases
Proficiency in Revit preferred
Sector-specific expertise in PreK-12 project building typology
Capable of traveling to and from project sites to attend client, project, and construction meetings
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Ability to effectively communicate in writing, verbally, and visually via phone, video conferencing, and in-person
Must have visual acuity to read and interpret drawings, documents, and digital content on screens and paper
We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build culture
The office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work