Project Architect for Design Studio

DyeLot is a hospitality-focused design studio creating interior environments shaped by story, culture, and a deep understanding of the guest experience. Through integrated interior design, branding, procurement, and architectural support services, we partner with hospitality, lifestyle, workplace, and retail clients across North America to craft thoughtful, design-forward spaces with clarity, character, and a lasting sense of place.

The Project Architect is a licensed architect competent in all conventional aspects of architectural practice with an emphasis on the technical implementation of the project design. Adapts firm and practice standards to project requirements and possesses a diverse working knowledge of related disciplines.

The Project Architect is responsible for leading the development of contract documents and, as such, provides supervision and guidance for the project team.

Prepare and maintain the project work plan for development of contracted deliverables with input from the Project Manager.

Monitor the progress, coordination, and quality of all documents including consultant's work. Lead the research efforts for each project, establishing which requirements and codes must be met to comply with authorities having jurisdiction for each project.

Maintain continuous flow of critical information with the Project Manager.

Assist in monitoring the performance of the support staff and provide assessment to Project Manager.

Engage in learning about relevant new codes, technologies, and materials.

Verify site-specific requirements and understand project criteria, design intent, scope of work and client expectations.

Continuously review the development of the Contract Documents.

Lead the development of project detailing required to convey design intent.

Obtain supervisory approval on proposed project plans prior to issuance.

Prepare and submit documents for agency review. Prepare and issue bid documents. Respond to contractor questions during the bid process. Respond to RFIs, review submittals, and revise plans for issuance, as required by the construction administration terms of the project contract.

Implement and adhere to the policies of the company's Employee Manual.

Project Architects report to a Project Manager or a Studio Director.

Architectural licensure in a state where office is located required.

• Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited program preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of architectural detailing, current construction standards, and associated building trade collaboration processes (design-build, design-assist, etc.).
• Extensive experience in translating architectural concept design into contract documents, including specification coordination.
• Extensive knowledge of agency review processes, and ability to successfully complete the entitlement and permitting process with minimal aid and supervision.
• Extensive knowledge of construction contract administration processes preferred.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD/REVIT and other business software and their application to contract documents.