Project Architect

Compensation: $90,000–$110,000 annually, depending on experience, plus bonus potential and benefits

About the Opportunity

An established architecture and design firm is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join its team. This opportunity is ideal for a design professional who brings strong technical expertise, project coordination skills, and a passion for creating thoughtful, functional spaces—particularly within the education sector.

The right candidate will be comfortable guiding projects through multiple phases of design and documentation, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and helping deliver high-quality architectural solutions that meet client goals and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate architectural projects from design development through construction administration.

- Develop and review construction documents, specifications, and technical drawings.

- Coordinate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal design teams.

- Support project schedules, budgets, quality control, and design standards.

- Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, and project specifications.

- Contribute to design development and problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.

- Participate in client meetings, project reviews, and construction administration activities.

- Mentor team members and support collaboration across project teams as needed.

Qualifications

- Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

- 10+ years of professional architectural experience preferred.

- Active architectural license and AIA membership preferred.

- Experience with education projects, including K–12 schools, higher education, or related institutional facilities, is highly desirable.

- Strong knowledge of architectural design, construction documentation, building codes, and construction administration.

- Proficiency with relevant architectural design and documentation software.

- Excellent communication, organization, and project coordination skills.

- Ability to collaborate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams.

Compensation & Benefits

- Base salary of $90,000–$110,000, depending on experience.

- Bonus potential.

- Comprehensive employee benefits package.

- 401(k) with employer match.

- Hybrid work flexibility and flextime, subject to role and studio arrangements.

- Professional development opportunities.

- Parental leave.

- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and community initiatives.

- Collaborative, interdisciplinary work environment.

Interested?

If you're an experienced Project Architect looking for your next opportunity, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Reach out directly to learn more about the position, team, and overall opportunity. Please send your most up to date resume and portfolio to Abby.deneui@gogpac.com for consideration.

All inquiries will be handled confidentially.

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.

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