Design Studio Architect

Job Details

Job Location:

Baltimore, MD 21201

Salary Range: $–$ per year

Department:
Building Science

Lerch Bates is seeking a Design Studio Architect to join our Architectural Design team. This role is ideal for an architect with strong technical design expertise, building enclosure knowledge, and a passion for solving complex building performance challenges.

• Manage architectural consulting and design projects from initial investigation through construction completion.
• Define project scope, schedules, budgets, and technical objectives while coordinating project teams and deliverables.
• Serve as the primary client contact for assigned projects, providing technical guidance, presenting design solutions, and managing project communications.
• Coordinate multiple projects while maintaining quality, responsiveness, and schedule commitments.
• Support bidding activities, construction administration, and project closeout.

• Develop high-quality construction documents, architectural drawings, specifications, and technical reports.
• Design and coordinate building enclosure systems for restoration, rehabilitation, new construction, and building science consulting projects.
• Apply expertise in roofing, waterproofing, curtain wall systems, glazing, air barriers, vapor barriers, thermal performance, and other enclosure systems.
• Conduct building code research and coordinate product selection with manufacturers and industry partners.
• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, and specification development tools to produce accurate, constructable, and code‑compliant deliverables.
• Perform technical and quality control reviews throughout the design process.

• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams to develop integrated design solutions.
• Mentor junior staff and provide technical guidance to support professional development.
• Contribute to technical standards, specification libraries, design details, and best practices within the Design Studio.
• Assist with workflow planning, project staffing, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

• Support proposal preparation, fee development, and project planning activities.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, and business development efforts.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand services.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to enhance technical expertise and support emerging service offerings.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering.
• Licensed Architect preferred; candidates actively pursuing architectural licensure through NCARB AXP/ARE completion are encouraged to apply.
• 4–8 years of experience in architectural design, construction documentation, project management, building enclosure consulting, or building science.
• Experience developing construction documents from schematic design through construction administration.
• Knowledge of building enclosure systems, including roofing, waterproofing, curtain walls, glazing systems, exterior cladding, air barriers, vapor barriers, and thermal performance.
• Experience with restoration, rehabilitation, building enclosure consulting, or enclosure commissioning (BECx) preferred.
• Strong understanding of applicable building codes and construction practices.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, Microsoft Office, and specification development software.
• Excellent technical writing, communication, presentation, and client relationship skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively while exercising sound technical judgment and independent decision‑making.
• Professional certifications related to building science, building enclosure systems, sustainability, or architectural practice (e.g., LEED AP, IIBEC, AIA, Passive House, WELL AP, or similar) are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

• Competitive compensation.
• Health, dental, and vision…