Project Architect Jobs

Explore Project Architect opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Project Architects guide building projects from early design through construction, balancing creative goals with technical requirements, budgets, schedules, and client needs.

What Does a Project Architect Do?

Project Architects translate design concepts into coordinated, buildable plans. They may manage project phases, develop drawings and specifications, coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, and contractors, and help ensure that work meets applicable codes and project requirements. Depending on the firm and project, they may also support client presentations, construction administration, and team leadership.

Common Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree in architecture, relevant project experience, and strong skills in design documentation, communication, and coordination. Licensure requirements vary by role and jurisdiction; many positions prefer or require architectural licensure. Experience with building codes, construction documents, and software such as Revit or other building information modeling tools may also be valuable.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Project Architect roles are available across architecture and design firms, engineering companies, construction organizations, and in-house real estate or facilities teams. Responsibilities and compensation depend on factors such as location, project type, experience, licensure, and leadership scope. Browse Ladders for vetted Project Architect openings with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Find Your Next Project Architect Role

Compare opportunities that match your experience and career goals, from managing project delivery to specializing in sectors such as commercial, healthcare, residential, or civic design. Review each listing for its qualifications, responsibilities, location, and compensation details.

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$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by leveraging your expertise in SaaS sales, managing key accounts, and guiding customers from initial engagement to successful adoption and expansion. Collaborate with teams to enhance pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in configuration management, ensuring system stability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to track changes, maintain documentation, and support deployments i...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive effective cost management for global construction projects. Leverage your expertise to support project managers, optimize budgets, and mitigate risks, ensuring successful proj...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $160K *

Create impactful data solutions by leading a cross-functional team in managing high-priority IT projects for federal clients. Drive collaboration and ensure project success through effective communica...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $174K *

Join a team that's leading the charge in architecting complex AI solutions for enterprise environments. Drive technical excellence and mentorship while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to trans...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape innovative engineering solutions as you lead complex projects, focusing on low to medium voltage power systems in industrial settings. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $266K *

Empower customer success by designing and implementing AWS Connect solutions, conducting technology assessments, and leading project communications to enhance contact center operations and agent produ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative AWS Connect solutions. You'll lead technical assessments, mentor teams, and drive best practices in contact center des...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower client success by leading integrated marketing campaigns, managing key accounts, and driving strategic growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while ment...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $250K *

Elevate client partnerships by solving complex business challenges. Seek out and establish new connections while fostering long-term relationships to drive success and become a trusted advisor in the...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end delivery of enterprise SaaS implementations, managing budgets, timelines, and stakeholder relationships to ensure successful project outcomes and high client satisfaction...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $195K *

Engage in strategic solution development for Federal Government initiatives, translating client needs into innovative technical strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver compellin...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $145K *

Lead clinical research projects, ensuring compliance with regulations and timelines. Collaborate with teams and sponsors, manage study functions, and drive effective communication to achieve trial mil...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Tackle complex challenges as a Solution Architect II, leading architectural solutions that drive business value. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to innovate and evolve technology practic...

Richmond, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$197K - $260K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical discovery and designing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive adoption and expansion of the dbt platform...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading enterprise SaaS implementations for utility clients. Build strong client relationships, manage competing priorities, and ensure successful project outcomes across...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $140K *

Shape the future of product design by owning the user experience for a flagship product. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence design direction and deliver impactful solutions that reso...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Elevate product delivery by leading complex automotive engagements, ensuring clarity and execution across the product lifecycle while integrating AI tools to enhance client capabilities and drive inno...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project planning and cost control for renewable energy initiatives. Lead efforts in scheduling, compliance, and reporting to ensure project success from ince...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$279K - $349K *

Drive the strategy and execution of dedicated infrastructure engineering, leading a high-performing team to enhance enterprise SaaS offerings, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional customer exper...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Innovate business development strategies to expand market presence in Nevada. Drive relationships with key stakeholders in pipeline and underground water infrastructure projects, generating opportunit...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $110K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative civil engineering projects, delivering high-quality site designs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance renewable energy and infrastructure d...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$101K - $151K *

Transform customer experiences by designing motion-forward visuals that enhance storytelling and accessibility across digital platforms, ensuring cohesive and engaging interactions throughout the prod...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful cost management strategies, oversee project budgets, and enhance client value through effective analysis and reporting. Collaborate with diverse teams to foster relationships and suppo...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Project Architect do?question toggle

    A Project Architect coordinates the design and delivery of building projects, often guiding work from concept development and documentation through construction. Duties can include preparing plans and specifications, coordinating consultants, communicating with clients, and helping resolve construction issues.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Project Architect jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for an architecture degree and relevant experience with design development, construction documents, project coordination, and building codes. Some positions require or prefer licensure, which depends on the role and jurisdiction.

  • Which skills are important for a Project Architect?question toggle

    Useful skills include design judgment, technical documentation, knowledge of codes and materials, project coordination, clear communication, and the ability to manage schedules and competing priorities. Familiarity with Revit, BIM, and other design tools may be requested.

  • Do Project Architect jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some Project Architect roles pay $100,000 or more, particularly depending on experience, location, licensure, project complexity, and leadership responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional job opportunities at this salary level; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can Project Architects find job opportunities?question toggle

    Project Architects can find roles at architecture and design practices, engineering and construction companies, and in-house real estate or facilities teams. Ladders helps professionals explore vetted openings paying $100,000 or more.