Full Time Architect

Position Description A Project Architect or Architectural Lead brings ideas to life, transforming concepts into environments that serve people, businesses, and communities every day. You’ll help lead projects from early visioning and design through construction, working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that balance design intent, functionality, sustainability, and long-term value. As a trusted project leader, you’ll guide technical development, coordinate project teams, and help ensure successful outcomes across all phases of delivery.
We’re seeking a well-rounded architect with diverse project experience and a passion for problem‑solving. Experience in grocery retail, food and beverage, or retail environments is valued, but not required. Candidates with experience across a variety of project types, including commercial, workplace, civic, education, healthcare, mixed‑use, or other complex building sectors, are encouraged to apply.
Whether designing customer‑facing environments, workplace settings, community spaces, or operational facilities, you’ll help create places that enhance the user experience, support client goals, and make a lasting impact on the people who use them.
Required Qualifications NAAB‑accredited Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree
8+ years job‑related work experience with demonstrated competence leading projects, teams and clients
Experienced and passionate about leading projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
License is Optional: Current architect license/registration is a plus, not a must
Position Responsibilities Demonstrated success building and maintaining strong client relationships through exceptional communication, responsiveness, and service.
Proven ability to lead projects from initial programming and concept development through construction and project closeout.
Successfully manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities, schedules, budgets, and client expectations.
develop design solutions, specifications, material selections, and project schedules for client review and approval.
Conduct research and analysis to inform project design, technical solutions, code compliance, and project delivery strategies.
Prepare, coordinate, and oversee construction documents for permitting, bidding, and construction.
Develop and evaluate project construction cost estimates in collaboration with the project team.
Conduct code analysis and jurisdictional research to support project planning, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
Perform quality control reviews of drawings, specifications, and project documentation; provide mentorship and constructive feedback to project teams.
Conduct site observations and field reviews during construction to verify compliance with design intent and contract documents; Coordinate and direct the work of architectural team members, consultants, and other project stakeholders throughout all project phases.
Contribute to staff mentorship, training, and professional development efforts.
Foster and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members to support successful project outcomes and long‑term business growth.
Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.
Why Cushing Terrell At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first‑of‑their‑kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact View phone number on click.appcast.io if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

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