Project Architect – Healthcare

Established A&E Firm Seeks Project Architect for Complex Healthcare Projects

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Salary: $100,000 - $130,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are an established, nationally recognized architecture and engineering firm delivering complex, high-profile projects across healthcare, higher education, science & technology, life sciences, sports, and other institutional markets. Our multidisciplinary approach brings architects and engineers together under one roof, creating a highly collaborative environment where structural engineers have a meaningful role throughout the entire project lifecycle.

With a diverse portfolio of technically challenging building projects and a strong commitment to design quality, professional development, and collaboration, we offer experienced engineers the opportunity to take ownership of their work while helping develop the next generation of engineering talent.

Why join us?

• Hybrid schedule after initial training – 3 days in office / 2 days remote
• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO packages
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Supplemental insurance options
• Work on sophisticated projects across healthcare, higher education, science & technology, life sciences, sports, and other institutional markets
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with direct exposure to architects, engineers, clients, and contractors
• Opportunity to lead projects and mentor junior engineers while remaining hands-on technically

Job Details

We are seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our Healthcare Practice in Philadelphia. This position is ideal for a licensed architect with a strong background in healthcare design who enjoys combining design thinking with the technical execution necessary to successfully deliver complex projects.

The Project Architect will help lead projects throughout the full lifecycle, from schematic design through construction administration, ensuring design intent, technical quality, regulatory compliance, documentation, and client expectations are maintained throughout delivery.

Responsibilities

Lead architectural projects through schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration
Guide the development of drawings, models, specifications, and other project documentation
Translate design concepts into technically sound and constructible building solutions
Coordinate architectural design with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other engineering disciplines
Apply applicable building codes, healthcare regulations, accessibility standards, and life safety requirements
Lead and review architectural documentation produced by project teams
Develop and review project specifications
Select and research appropriate building materials and systems
Manage construction administration activities and coordinate with contractors throughout construction
Review construction cost estimates and develop alternatives when necessary to maintain project budgets
Help manage project fees, staffing resources, schedules, and deliverables
Participate in planning, programming, and development of spatial configurations
Support sustainable design goals and environmentally responsible design solutions
Maintain high standards for technical quality and project documentation
Communicate effectively with clients, consultants, contractors, and other project stakeholders
Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior architectural staff

Qualifications

Bachelor of Architecture required; Master of Architecture preferred
Registered Architect (RA) required in at least one state with ability to obtain registration in additional states
Strong experience with healthcare architecture and healthcare facility design
Experience delivering complex architectural projects from design through construction
Strong technical knowledge of building construction, documentation, materials, and detailing
Experience with construction documents and construction administration
Strong knowledge of applicable building codes, accessibility requirements, and life safety standards
Experience coordinating multidisciplinary architecture and engineering teams
Strong Revit/BIM capabilities preferred
Experience developing and/or reviewing architectural specifications
Strong communication, organization, project leadership, and client-facing capabilities
Sustainability accreditation such as LEED AP is a plus

Healthcare project experience is strongly preferred. Candidates should be prepared to provide a portfolio or representative project examples along with their resume.

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