Project Architect – Affordable Housing

Overview

Related Midwest is seeking a Project Architect with 5–7 years of experience in affordable housing to join our development team and support the delivery of a large-scale, multi-phase affordable housing project. This role will oversee the design and documentation process, manage consultant coordination, ensure regulatory and funding compliance, and support construction-phase execution.

• Serve as the architectural lead, coordinating and managing the external architect-of-record and full consultant team
• Oversee design development and construction documentation to ensure alignment with project goals, budget, schedule, and affordability requirements
• Manage and track affordable housing compliance, including zoning, code, accessibility, funding program requirements, and agency reviews
• Support construction administration from the owner’s perspective, including review and coordination of RFIs, submittals, and design clarifications
• Participate in construction meetings, site observations, and issue resolution with the design and construction teams
• Ensure consistent documentation standards, quality control, and timely consultant deliverables
• Maintain clear communication between ownership, consultants, and construction stakeholders

The anticipated base salary range is $140,000 – $150,000. In addition to a competitive base salary, discretionary bonus incentives and a comprehensive benefits package are available.

• 5–7 years of professional architectural experience, with a strong background in affordable or mixed-income housing
• Proven experience managing consultants and coordinating complex documentation sets
• Solid understanding of building codes, accessibility, and affordable housing compliance frameworks
• Experience supporting construction administration through closeout
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly collaborative
• Well-developed project management skills

• Personalized Health Care:
  Medical, dental, and vision plan options;
  Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Benefits:
  
  Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programs
• Social Wellness: PTO; mental health counseling and resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matching
• Career Development:
  Learning and training programs; tuition and certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunities

Related Midwest is the Chicago office of Related Companies and a national leader in mixed-use properties, affordable housing communities, and luxury developments. The firm is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in its projects and workforce.

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