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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing enterprise identity solutions, ensuring secure access across cloud and hybrid environments while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance IAM...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $170K *

Drive business development initiatives by identifying opportunities and executing strategic plans to secure high-value contracts within defense and federal markets, leveraging expert knowledge of cust...

Fairfax, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $150K *

Drive innovative electrical engineering solutions for renewable energy projects, focusing on design, analysis, and collaboration. Engage with diverse teams to enhance processes and ensure compliance w...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic Account Management Team to drive growth in the corporate occupier software market. Leverage your sales expertise to build lasting client relationships and uncover new opportunities wh...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $225K *

Champion risk management strategies for a large-scale industrial project, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring informed decision-making and project succe...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$119K - $213K *

Shape the future of energy projects by leading complex initiatives, managing multi-disciplinary teams, and ensuring client satisfaction across the project lifecycle in a dynamic and innovative environ...

Pine Bluff, ARRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $206K *

Join a team that architects Oracle Fusion PPM solutions to enable precise project management and financial accountability for Marine Corps initiatives. Leverage your expertise to lead configurations a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $341K *

Architect and lead the mobile app development for a consumer rewards platform. Create engaging UI/UX, integrate backend systems, and manage virtual economies while mentoring engineering talent and ens...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of litigation support services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to client success, driving sales strategies, and enhancing customer satisfaction while achieving pers...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by becoming a trusted advisor in litigation support services, driving sales growth through client engagement, strategic partnerships, and expert knowledge in Electronic Data Discovery...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the design and management of enterprise endpoint technologies, ensuring security and efficiency across over 1,000 devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance endpoint perform...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $116K *

Join a dynamic team to develop operational strategies and lead a branch, enhancing customer satisfaction and driving sales growth while training to manage diverse teams and projects effectively...

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Reposted 3 days ago

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

$112K - $150K *

Optimize customer interactions by providing top-tier technical support and training, managing complex installations, and leading sales efforts. Collaborate across departments to enhance product perfor...

Phoenix, AZRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Transform complex eDiscovery projects by leading teams through the EDRM lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables and strategic client partnerships in a fast-paced environment...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$92K - $139K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced 3D models and coordination for engineering projects. Utilize your deep BIM expertise to ensure project success through effective collaboration, troubleshooting...

Lenexa, KSRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of data architecture by leading innovative solutions that empower clients to modernize their data platforms, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned with business goals while...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive risk management solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to assess and mitigate risks, develop strategies, and enhance project outcomes...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing enterprise architecture strategy, leading cross-disciplinary teams to align technology and business objectives. Drive innovation while ensuring compliance and qualit...

Chattanooga, TNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $204K *

Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...

Wisconsin, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing project analysis and design. Contribute your expertise to investigations, data evaluation, and mentoring while ensuring...

Canonsburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage customer expectations by designing and scoping vulnerability management solutions, acting as the technical bridge between client security teams and engineering to ensure successful implementati...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive project success by leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring client satisfaction. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies, maintain schedules, and foster collaboration across multiple...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

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

$97K - $131K *

Empower your career by leading new site developments in retail banking. Drive project execution, manage budgets, and mitigate risks while ensuring quality and client satisfaction across multiple locat...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

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

$165K - $215K *

Empower the engineering team by driving project execution and integration for advanced vehicle development. Ensure alignment of resources, schedules, and technical goals while fostering collaboration...

Huntsville, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

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

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.