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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$98K - $154K *

Grow your career with a leading role in designing complex data hall infrastructures. Leverage your expertise to lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure adherence to design standards while optimizing d...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to design and implement engaging front-end experiences for leading eCommerce brands. Leverage your skills in Figma and Shopify to create custom loyalty solutions, collaborating closely...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $290K *

Elevate the user experience in healthcare by leading design innovation! You'll spearhead our design strategy, fostering a high-performance team while simplifying complex workflows into intuitive, beau...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform ACH payment capabilities by leading product execution from discovery to optimization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features that ensure reliable processing and regulato...

Florida, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us to manage diverse construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with clients, oversee project teams, and implement effective strategies to meet objectives in a remot...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $219K *

Join our dynamic Account Management team to drive revenue growth and deepen relationships with enterprise customers. Leverage your expertise to manage complex sales cycles and deliver strategic soluti...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion the growth of a self-directed engineering team, shaping processes, technical direction, and compliance in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Balance hands-on coding with leadership to drive...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$139K - $174K *

Lead structural design for complex projects, focusing on data centers and industrial facilities. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring quality and compliance while mentoring junior engine...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $140K *

Innovate cloud solutions by designing and automating infrastructure in Cloud.gov and Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and security, driving impactful results for clients while shap...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the full sales cycle for top enterprise accounts, utilizing a consultative approach to solve complex challenges. Drive impactful relationships with stakeholders, and navigate lengthy processe...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $132K *

Drive the successful delivery of diverse, multi-phase projects while managing timelines, budgets, and team collaboration. Ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and oversight, enha...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $130K *

Engage with our engineering team to enhance your expertise in fire protection and plumbing design for commercial projects. Collaborate closely with project management, produce construction documents...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$126K - $162K *

Engineer innovative fire protection and plumbing solutions for commercial projects. Collaborate with design and project management teams to produce high-quality construction documents and lead complex...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance clinical database design, driving efficiency and innovation in data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in clinical tria...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive modernization initiatives by leveraging AI and automation to enhance SaaS delivery processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline technical architecture and improve customer ou...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead consultative engagements to showcase solutions, driving product evaluations and technical demonstrations for financial services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet client nee...

New Jersey, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion the management and execution of complex e-discovery projects, collaborating with legal teams to ensure successful outcomes. Oversee multiple projects while mentoring a team, maintaining quali...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $250K *

Unlock potential by delivering strategic employee benefits consulting while managing client relationships and driving project success through mentorship and team collaboration, ensuring tailored solut...

Michigan, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $166K *

Unlock customer success by leading CCaaS implementations and providing strategic consulting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions, drive adoption, and enhance business outcome...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion the design and implementation of tailored ServiceNow solutions, focusing on optimizing Financial Services Operations through collaboration with stakeholders and integrating best practices for...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead distribution consulting initiatives, drive operational excellence, and mentor engineers. Shape industry standards as the primary expert in distribution planning while foste...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring financial integrity and compliance. In this hands-on role, you'll manage revenue recognition and accounting processes, collaborating across departments to supp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $180K *

Transform infrastructure design by leading complex data center initiatives, driving technical standards, and mentoring teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational excellence and innovat...

Tennessee, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.