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 *

Drive your career with a leading role in managing healthcare architecture projects. Oversee all phases from inception to completion, ensuring design excellence and client satisfaction while collaborat...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-performance healthcare design. Lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across multidisciplinary team...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative architectural solutions by leading a dynamic team to create stunning spaces. Drive projects from concept to completion while mentoring talent and ensuring client satisfaction throug...

5 days ago

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

$85K - $127K *

Drive excellence in construction administration by managing RFIs, submittals, and field issues. Collaborate with clients and contractors to ensure projects align with design intent and regulatory comp...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to manage building enclosure consulting projects, lead technical investigations, and deliver innovative solutions. Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary teams to enhance b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Engage with us to design vibrant urban spaces, collaborating across disciplines to create impactful landscapes. Your expertise will guide projects from concept to construction, ensuring innovative and...

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2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming urban spaces by designing vibrant parks, plazas, and campuses. Leverage your expertise to lead multi-disciplinary projects from concept to construction while mentoring...

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive architectural excellence in Biopharma & Life Sciences projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative, compliant facility solutions from concept to operational readiness while en...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality commercial and retail projects. Lead multidisciplinary teams through all project phases, ensuring timely execution and client satisfaction while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform project delivery by leading commercial, retail, and grocery developments from concept to completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely, cost-effective execution while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $102K *

Drive the successful delivery of commercial and retail projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring alignment with client goals, budget, and quality standards from concept to completion...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead commercial, retail, and grocery projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality delivery through effective project management and collaboration with multidisciplinary...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality commercial, retail, and grocery projects. Manage all phases from planning to execution, ensuring alignment with client goals and indus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to innovative digital design projects by leading discipline-specific modeling, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality BIM outputs. Shape the future of design through advanced software s...

5 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental and regulatory projects, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction while overseeing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams from proposal to complet...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading structural engineering projects. Drive design excellence, mentor talent, and collaborate with clients to create impactful community spaces. Join us in shap...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative architectural solutions. As a Project Manager, you'll lead complex projects, collaborate with clients and team members, and drive design excellenc...

6 days ago

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

$89K - $130K *

Shape the future of architectural documentation by collaborating with project teams to create high-quality specifications. Engage in a dynamic environment, balancing multiple projects while ensuring c...

3 weeks ago

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

$89K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as an Architectural Specifications Writer, collaborating with project teams to define goals, prepare project manuals, and ensure quality deliverables. Contribute to sustainable pra...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform your architectural career by leading complex projects, ensuring design excellence, and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive innovation while adhering to building codes and regulations...

2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $92K *

Unlock innovative security solutions by integrating design and planning to enhance safety and usability across diverse environments. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective risk...

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects, mentoring talent, and driving innovative solutions. Elevate technical excellence and establish client relationships to grow practice and enhan...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing architectural projects from inception through completion, ensuring efficient resource use, client satisfaction, and continuous professional development of team members in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$71K - $106K *

Take ownership of innovative architectural designs, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality projects. Engage with clients and contribute to all design phases, ensuring effective communicati...

Today

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

$76K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing architectural design across diverse projects. Collaborate with clients and colleagues to deliver innovative solutions while honing your skills in a dynamic, s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.