Project Architect | Designer

• Outside of Minnesota

Posted Friday, December 12

AEC Resources

Minneapolis

$87,000-$112,000

We are seeking a Project Architect with strong front‑end, conceptual design expertise. Someone who loves shaping early ideas, developing compelling concepts, and guiding design through the creative process. In this role, the Architect will lead architectural design from concept through schematic development and beyond, collaborating across disciplines to deliver thoughtful, high‑quality buildings. This is a high‑impact, highly visible position offering true design autonomy and a pathway to creative expression.

• Step into a design role from day one
• Shape meaningful buildings that directly support faith‑based, education, and civic communities
• Real path to partnership and firm ownership
• Flexible hours + a supportive, collaborative studio culture
• In‑house architecture, and engineering teams all under one roof
• Direct access to decision‑makers with zero bureaucracy

• Lead conceptual and schematic design for commercial, institutional, and community‑focused building projects
• Serve as the design champion and main client‑facing designer during early project phases
• Use Revit and Enscape to produce design studies, renderings, and immersive 3D presentations
• Collaborate closely with internal MEP and structural teams to ensure coordinated design solutions
• Oversee development of construction documents to maintain design intent and quality
• Partner with the Project Manager to align design with scope, budget, and schedule
• Participate in in‑person meetings, presentations, client workshops, and design reviews
• Provide production/drafting support as needed

• A front‑end architectural designer with a strong portfolio of commercial or institutional work
• Highly proficient in Revit and Enscape
• Able to translate client aspirations into functional, creative, and visually compelling solutions
• Comfortable collaborating across disciplines and presenting design ideas clearly
• Licensed Architect (AIA) preferred, or on a path to licensure

• Associate, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in Architecture
• 5+ years of professional design experience
• Strong design portfolio required (submit with application)
• Skilled in Revit, Enscape, and visual communication
• Able to discussions, client meetings, and design presentations

• Significant design influence and true creative freedom
• Competitive salary up to $112,000
• Annual performance bonuses + profit sharing
• Flexible work hours and a supportive environment
• PTO + full benefits package
• Clear advancement opportunities toward ownership/partnership

Apply Today! Please submit your resume and design portfolio featuring your commercial, educational, or institutional building projects.

With an expansive collection of unpublished job opportunities, free technical training and certification programs, resume writing services, industry mentoring, and a focus of connecting you with the region’s most sought‑after design firms, AEC Resources is committed to advancing your career in architecture.

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