Project Architect, Licensed or licensure track

At STOA, we design a future with you. STOA Architects is a 25-person architectural design firm located on the beautiful Gulf Coast of Florida (Pensacola and Panama City). Our culture is collaborative and energetic. STOA is continuing to grow as our well-established clients repeatedly turn to us for their projects. We have a varied geographic base for our Projects in the U.S. as well as a diversity of Project types providing different experiences on a day-to-day basis.

Our diverse project types include large office complexes, wellness centers, labs, airport hangers, dormitories, fire stations, libraries, child development facilities, training facilities, historic facilities, retail, entertainment, hospitality and many more. Projects range in size from small to large master planning efforts.

At STOA, architects work on all phases of projects. From start to finish, you will be fully involved. We strongly believe in providing opportunities for growth and professional development. We empower you to be a contributing member of the team, to have a voice, and to continue to grow professionally. We are looking for a Project Architect, licensed, or unlicensed but soon to be licensed.

In addition to an architectural skill set, important qualities in a team member include the ability to effectively collaborate and a professional work ethic.

As an important member of our team, we want you to feel valued and appreciated. That is why we provide an extensive array of benefits. Key benefits are:

• Two weeks’ vacation (increases after 2 years)
• An additional week of Paid Time Off
• Remote work capabilities when the occasion demands
• Half-day Fridays in the summer
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Generous medical plans and dental and vision insurance
• Tuition Assistance Plan (includes student loan repayment)
• Reimbursement for professional development fees (e.g., licensure, AIA, NCARB, LEED & WELL certifications, etc.)
• Company sponsored celebrations and social events

STOA Architects is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Learn more about us at

Note that the position will require work on certain federal contracts which require proof of U.S. Citizenship. Work may require driving a motor vehicle and an appropriate valid driver’s license may be required.

As a Project Architect you will apply and gain industry knowledge so as to enable you to make key decisions in an increasingly independent manner. The following key attributes are expected of the role:

• Carry-out directions and assignments with limited oversight.
• Develops planning and creative-design concepts for Projects
• Meet task and project deadlines.
• Comfortable and continuous follow-up to ensure expectations are on track
• Inform Project Manager and team of potential project conflicts and/or emerging issues.
• Make field visits and provide support during construction administration phase
• Help grow and establish firm standards and mentor Entry Level Architectural Designers

STOA Architects is an established yet evolving architectural firm that relies on staff members to bring expertise within their field and contribute to the upward momentum and continual improvement of the firm. This includes processes, efficiencies, and management of both external and internal expectations. The Architect must possess a diverse range of knowledge and skills, including:

• Minimum of 5 years of Production and Design Experience
• Construction Observation and Administration Experience
• Understanding of building codes and applicable standards.
• Ability to solve problems encountered, with expectation of some supervision and direction.
• Ability to plan, lay out and effectively facilitate own work.
• Proficiency in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships…