Principal Architect

Principal Architect – Integrated Design Leadership | Design-Build Delivery ExcellenceDesign-Build Construction | Commercial | Agricultural | Food & Beverage | Light Industrial Specialty Facilities Hybrid Remote – Central Indiana Preferred Base Commensurate with Experience + Performance Bonus + Full BenefitsAbout Summit EPCSummit EPC is a privately held design-build firm delivering complex facilities across North America. We integrate architecture, engineering, preconstruction, and construction management to drive faster decisions, cost clarity, and stronger outcomes.We offer the scale of major projects without the bureaucracy. Our leaders move quickly and have direct access to decision makers.About the OpportunitySummit EPC is seeking a Principal Architect to lead design strategy, client visioning, and project development within a true integrated design-build environment.This role is built for a senior architect from a traditional A&E background who wants greater influence, tighter collaboration with builders, and direct impact on execution.At Summit EPC, design is not separated from construction. You will partner daily with preconstruction and operations to align design, budget, and schedule from day one.Why This Role is DifferentLead design with real-time construction feedbackInfluence outcomes from concept through occupancyWork directly with owners and decision makersSolve faster through integrated collaborationShape standards, culture, and growthExperience a true design-build modelHigh trust, sustainable paceKey ResponsibilitiesLead design for complex building projectsGuide programming, planning, and client visionTranslate business goals into design directionOwn architectural quality and technical executionDirect multidisciplinary coordinationPartner on budget, scope, and value strategyEnsure constructability and execution readinessMentor design staffSupport client development and pursuitsIdeal BackgroundSenior architect or studio leader from an A&E firm seeking broader ownershipArchitectural leader within a GC or design-build firm seeking greater design influenceExperience across commercial, institutional, healthcare, retail, civic, or specialty sectorsStrong technical architect seeking closer connection to construction or deeper design leadership within itThrives in collaborative, client-facing environmentsQualifications10+ years of architectural experience with leadership progressionExperience from programming through constructionStrong consultant and systems coordinationAbility to balance design, budget, and scheduleGround-up or complex renovation experienceArchitecture degreeLicensure preferredCareer ImpactThis role expands your influence beyond design into how projects are defined, priced, and built. You will work alongside construction leaders who value design as a driver of outcomes.If you want a faster, more collaborative model where your decisions shape real-world results, we should talk.