Project Architect II - Lifestyle; Multifamily

Grand Rapids, MI, USA •

Posted Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:00 AM

As a Project Architect II, you will lead key technical design components of complex architectural projects while ensuring alignment with client goals, codes, and sustainability standards. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate design intent into coordinated, high‑quality documentation. In this role, you’ll apply advanced architectural expertise while mentoring emerging professionals and contributing to Progressive Companies’ Performance-Based Design approach.

• Develop architectural models, contract documents, and specifications for small‑to‑moderate complexity projects while integrating building codes, sustainability strategies, and material standards.
• Ensure design intent and Performance-Based Design principles are consistently reflected throughout all project documentation and deliverables.
• Coordinate technical designs with internal teams, consultants, and engineers to ensure multidisciplinary alignment and integrated project solutions.
• Manage due diligence activities including documenting existing conditions, organizing project files, and supporting plan review submissions.
• Lead the review of submittals, drawings, estimates, and calculations to confirm accuracy, compliance, and alignment with project scope.
• Resolve construction and code‑related issues during site visits, collaborating with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) and project teams to address technical challenges.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development initiatives such as lessons‑learned sessions to strengthen team capabilities and project outcomes.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or equivalent combination of education and experience required for professional licensure;
  Master’s Degree in Architecture preferred.
• Licensed Architect required, including completion of the Architectural Experience Program (AXP) and Architectural Registration Exams (ARE).
• Typically 5+ years of experience as a licensed architect or 10+ years of post‑graduate architectural experience.
• Strong proficiency in Revit or AutoCAD and experience producing architectural models, construction documents, and technical specifications.
• Proficient using technology, standard software tools, and digital research resources.
• NCARB certification preferred.
• AIA membership preferred.
• CSI‑CDT certification preferred (training provided).
• LEED AP BD+C credential preferred.

P eople Matter
Each individual’s background, knowledge, ability, and experience contributes to strengthening our organization and projects. Our dedication to diversity includes company provided training and education, equitable recruitment, a grassroots employee DEI committee, and robust community partnerships.

Progressive Companies is comprised of people with a variety of abilities, races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, ages, veteran statuses, and more. As an equal opportunity employer, we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential elements of innovative design. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Transforming Spaces. Empowering People.

The talented professionals of Progressive Companies are designers of a bold new future, creating high‑performance structures and pathways, delivering on today’s needs and preparing for what’s to come. We live by the idea that design isn’t simply about beauty, it’s about improving strategic outcomes—what we call Performance Based Design. Our work spans across the nation, allowing team members to work on a variety of exciting projects and maximize impact as trusted partners to our clients and communities.

Sustainable and Inclusive

We are dedicated to human‑centered, sustainable, and inclusive design practices. We believe diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to building trust, respect, and truly innovative design making spaces welcoming and accessible to all. Our sustainability approach embraces the AIA 2030 Commitment, together with a range of high performance, restorative, and regenerative…