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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$135K - $160K *

Drive SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, leading teams in deploying solutions across SAP Analytics Cloud, BW, and S/4HANA. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage analytic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of end-to-end product design, leveraging AI tools to innovate and iterate. Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams to shape solutions that enha...

Ontario, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the SAP Analytics strategy and implementation, driving innovation in analytics solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver insights and manage teams, ensuring successful deployment of SAP...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

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$120K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $297K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $172K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $205K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$121K - $167K *

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1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$128K - $192K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$115K - $194K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $201K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $304K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

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Los Angeles, CARemote

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.