Architect

Position Purpose: The Licensed Architect plays a critical role in leading design, technical execution, and coordination within Design-Build project teams. This position carries professional responsibility for architectural decisions, code compliance, and technical quality while collaborating closely with architects, engineering, consultants, estimating, and construction partners. In a Design-Build environment, the Architect is expected to exercise sound professional judgment, balancing design excellence with cost, schedule, constructability, and risk. The role emphasizes accountability, leadership, and collaboration while supporting owner-focused solutions and successful project delivery. Duties, Tasks and Responsibilities

Serve as a licensed architectural professional responsible for code compliance, life safety, and technical integrity of design solutions. Lead architectural design development from concept through construction documentation. Maintain design intent while responding to cost, constructability, phasing, and schedule constraints. Apply professional judgment to resolve complex design and technical challenges. Support Principal Architects or function as Architect-of-Record on assigned projects, as appropriate. Design-Build Integration & Decision-Making Actively participate in Design-Build project meetings with owners, estimators, construction managers, and trade partners. Collaborate with construction teams to support real-time decision-making related to cost, schedule, and means and methods. Lead or support value analysis and alternative evaluations while maintaining design quality. Anticipate risks related to design, coordination, and construction and proactively address them. Documentation & Quality Control Produce and oversee high-quality architectural documentation using Revit in accordance with firm standards. Coordinate architectural documents with consultants (structural, MEP, civil, specialty consultants). Perform thorough quality control reviews to ensure accuracy, coordination, and constructability. Support schematic design, design development, permit, and construction documentation milestones utilizing the PSI Design-Build Checkpoints Guidebook Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, value analysis, and construction-phase design clarifications and scope modifications. Team Leadership & Mentorship Provide guidance and mentorship to Architectural Designers and Interior Designers. Support delegation, task planning, and workload management within the design team. Foster collaboration, accountability, and professional growth across disciplines. Contribute to onboarding and development of new Design-Build staff. Professional Development Maintain licensure and fulfill continuing education requirements. Stay current with building codes, industry standards, and Design-Build best practices. Expand leadership, technical, and project delivery skills. Seek and incorporate feedback to improve individual and team performance. Performance Expectations Delivers accurate, coordinated, and code-compliant architectural documents. Proactively identifies and resolves design and coordination issues. Communicates clearly and consistently with owners, consultants, and construction partners. Demonstrates ownership, reliability, and leadership within project teams. Upholds firm standards, Design-Build values, and ethical responsibilities of licensure. Behavioral Competencies Expected Level of Autonomy & Accountability Exercises independent professional judgment on architectural and technical decisions. Accountable for the quality, compliance, and constructability of assigned work. Recognizes when issues require escalation or collaboration with senior leadership. Serves as a trusted architectural leader within the Design-Build team. Interpersonal Skills Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and with construction partners. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Demonstrated professionalism, accountability, and leadership presence.

Technical & Professional Skills Licensed Architect with 1–10 years of post-licensure experience. Strong proficiency in Revit; working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite. Strong understanding of building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility requirements. Demonstrated expertise in architectural detailing, building assemblies, and construction documentation. Design & Leadership Skills Ability to lead design development and guide teams through complex decisions. Strong written, verbal, and graphic communication skills. Ability to balance design intent with budget, schedule, and constructability considerations. Apply Today Apply Today Our people are the source of our success. Please, and if there is an opportunity that matches your education, skills, and experience, you will be contacted. Performance Services is an equal opportunity employer. "*" indicates required fields Fields marked with an * are required Send Email Notification to Team Member Position* Name* First Last Address* Street Address City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Home Phone* Mobile Phone Email* Preferred Contact Method* Home Phone Mobile Phone Email Upload Your Resume* Upload Resume* Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, Max. file size: 20 MB. CAPTCHA Apply