Project Architect

We are seeking a licensed Project Architect to join our studio. This individual will play a key role in leading project delivery, coordinating consultant teams, and serving as a trusted partner to clients across multifamily, healthcare, education, and commercial work.

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking for long-term growth, leadership visibility, and a clear path to associate and partnership within a collaborative, design-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects from design development through construction documents
• Coordinate consultants, including structural, MEP, civil, and landscape
• Perform code research and lead permitting and agency review
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and quality control
• Serve as a primary point of contact for client communication
• Lead construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and site visits
• Mentor and guide architectural designers and junior staff
• Support proposals and business development efforts

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect (RA) required; NCARB certification a plus
• Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch)
• 7+ years of architectural experience, including project leadership
• Strong knowledge of building codes and construction detailing
• Experience with construction administration
• Proficiency in Revit; AutoCAD and Bluebeam
• Strong communication and leadership skills

What We Offer

Career Growth & Leadership

• Clear and structured path to senior leadership and partnership
• Opportunity to lead teams and shape project direction
• High visibility with executive leadership and decision-makers
• Defined career progression with mentorship and support

Flexibility & Work-Life Balance

• Flexible scheduling and hybrid work options
• Trust-based culture focused on outcomes, not micromanagement
• Support for personal and professional balance

Compensation & Financial Benefits

• Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) with company match
• Profit-sharing opportunities
• Partnership/equity track for long-term growth

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• HSA/FSA options

Multi-Disciplinary Environment

• Work alongside experts in civil engineering, architecture, planning, surveying, environmental, and beyond
• Exposure to a diverse range of project types (commercial, residential, mixed-use, municipal)
• Collaborative culture that encourages cross-functional innovation

Culture & Workplace

• Employee-focused, team-oriented environment
• Strong emphasis on professional development and continuing education
• Open-door leadership and transparent communication
• Company-wide commitment to employee well-being and success

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.