Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Architect Position Description

As a Project Architect, you will lead the design and technical delivery of educational suitability assessments and retail projects for a diverse range of clients. Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams, you will guide projects from early concept through construction documentation, ensuring alignment between design intent, performance requirements, and project goals.

You will translate client operational needs and technical requirements into clear, coordinated architectural solutions, leading the development of presentations, design documentation, and digital models. This role includes overseeing multidisciplinary coordination, maintaining quality and consistency across project deliverables, and resolving technical challenges as they arise.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, a systems thinking approach, and the ability to manage complexity while delivering high‑performing environments that support educational communities and retail operations alike.

The expected salary range for this position is $75,000 to $100,000 annually.

• NAAB‑accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Current architectural license/registration
• 8+ years of progressive professional architectural experience

• LEED certification and/or passion for sustainability preferred

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• Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring high‑quality delivery across educational suitability assessments and retail environments
• Lead small project teams, reviewing work to maintain standards and provide guidance
• Translate project goals into a clear vision and produce original, engaging solutions
• Develop advanced technical skills, aesthetic awareness, collaboration techniques, and time management
• Contribute to studio leadership and support team processes, helping other team members grow in technical and career skills
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for optimal project outcomes
• Maintain a broad understanding of the discipline; may be licensed or unlicensed
• Operate independently with sound judgment while escalating issues as appropriate
• Independently prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and BIM models across multiple project phases
• Lead the development of schematic design and design development concepts in collaboration with project leadership
• Review work for compliance with project requirements, building codes, and quality standards
• Coordinate architectural scope with engineering consultants and other disciplines
• Prepare and review construction documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and constructability
• Perform code analysis and support permitting and regulatory review processes, including educational facility requirements where applicable
• Develop and refine construction cost estimates in collaboration with project teams
• Lead construction administration activities on small to medium projects, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and change orders
• Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and support resolution of construction issues
• Review and mentor junior team members by providing clear direction and constructive feedback
• Maintain and develop internal and external client relationships
• Seal and sign permit documents on assigned projects
• May have supervisory responsibilities, including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to…