Architect, Architect ​/ Sr. Architect

Architect

This Architect role offers the opportunity to take ownership of complex project segments from schematic design through construction documents, with a strong focus on technical accuracy, coordination, and timely delivery. You will lead multi-discipline collaboration, guide junior architects, and play a key role in construction administration while contributing to a diverse portfolio that includes healthcare, multifamily, senior living, higher education, and retail projects.

The position is ideal for a licensed architect with substantial experience who is looking for long-term growth, increasing leadership responsibility, and the potential to influence firm-wide project execution and standards.

• Own assigned project segments from schematic design through construction documents, ensuring technical accuracy, thorough coordination, and on-time delivery.
• Lead and manage multi-discipline coordination with MEP, structural, and civil consultants, resolving conflicts and driving decisions independently as experience grows.
• Perform and document building code analysis, including IBC, ADA/ABA, FGI, and local authority requirements, and translate findings into clear design decisions and project documentation.
• Direct the day-to-day production work of Architect I and II team members, including assigning tasks, conducting redline reviews, and providing structured, actionable feedback.
• Manage the RFI and submittal review process during construction administration, responding to contractor inquiries and reviewing submittals for compliance with design intent.
• Conduct site observations during construction, document findings, and author field reports independently to support project quality and compliance.
• Represent the firm in client meetings and OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) settings, presenting design solutions and technical recommendations with increasing authority over time.
• Author and review specifications across multiple CSI divisions, and at the senior level, review and approve specifications prepared by junior staff.
• Identify scope, schedule, and technical risks early in the project lifecycle and communicate proactively to the project principal to support effective risk management.
• Contribute to and work within project execution plans, helping to refine processes for production of construction documents in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Provide input across all phases of projects, from early design through construction, particularly on healthcare, multifamily, senior living, and higher education work.
• Support the growth of the healthcare project team by applying subject-matter expertise and mentoring colleagues involved in healthcare-related projects.

• Active architectural license required, with eligibility for Michigan registration or confirmed reciprocity.
• 8–18+ years of total architectural experience, including at least 5+ years of post-licensure experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit, including production of construction documents and coordination within multi-disciplinary teams.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, with experience producing detailed and accurate construction documents.
• Demonstrated ability to perform comprehensive code analysis, including IBC, ADA/ABA, FGI, and local codes, and apply findings to design and documentation.
• Proven track record of independent technical delivery across multiple project phases, from schematic design through construction documents and construction administration.
• Experience directing and developing junior staff, including leading production efforts and providing clear feedback and mentoring.
• Experience with commercial project work, including healthcare, multifamily, senior living, and higher education projects.
• Experience working within and contributing to project execution plans for coordinated, efficient project delivery.
• Strong specification writing ability across multiple CSI divisions, with growing responsibility for authorship and review.

• AIA membership preferred, demonstrating engagement with the professional architectural community.
• NCARB certification preferred, supporting licensure mobility and…