Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Architect

A Project Architect or Lead brings bold ideas to life, transforming concepts into spaces that people rely on every day. At Cushing Terrell, this role isn't just about buildings; it's about designing with imagination, empathy, and purpose. You'll help lead projects from early design vision through construction, collaborating closely with clients, consultants, and our multidisciplinary teams to ensure every detail aligns with performance, sustainability, and long-term value.

With a focus on grocery and retail architecture, you'll shape highly populated environments that balance efficiency, customer experience, technology, and brand storytelling. From unforgettable storefronts and thriving departments to operational back-of-house systems, your work will help businesses thrive while elevating the daily lives of the communities they serve.

The expected salary range for this position is $90,000 to $110,000 annually.

NAAB-accredited Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree

8+ years job-related work experience with demonstrated competence leading projects, teams and clients

Experienced and passionate about Grocery and Retail

License is Optional:
Current architect license/registration is a plus, not a must

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Proven track record of exceptional client management

Must be able to take a project from start to finish

This position will manage multiple projects at once

This is a fast paced environment with lots of moving parts so you must have good time management skills

Consult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approval

Collaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design concepts

Perform necessary research for the design of a complete project

Inspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teams

Prepare contract documents for building contractors

Complete construction cost estimates

Provide code and jurisdictional research on projects

Check drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project team

Administer construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviews

Conduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspections

Direct activities of other architectural team members engaged in projects

Seal and signs permit documents on projects if licensed

May have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems

Carry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws

Develop and maintain external and internal client relationships

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 create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, "design meets you." Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole.

We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team.

* Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate's years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

** Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

*** The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their…