Project Architect - Milwaukee Based Architectural StudioThis Jobot Job is hosted by: Kelly Anne Wight
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Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year
A bit about us:We are a 120-person, client-centric interdisciplinary firm headquartered in Milwaukee's historic Menomonee River Valley, with a project base that spans the Midwest and beyond. Founded in 1906, we've spent more than a century designing environments that empower the people who inhabit them - from healthcare facilities that save lives to schools that inspire learning, civic buildings that strengthen communities, and sports and recreation spaces that bring people together. Our full-service capabilities span architecture, interior design, planning, structural engineering, civil engineering, MEP, and landscape architecture, all under one roof. We've earned recognition as one of the best places to work in Milwaukee, and we take that distinction seriously - fostering a culture of curiosity, continual learning, rigorous design thinking, and genuine fun. We believe that a building project is a landmark event, and we treat every one of them that way.
Why join us?- Work across one of the broadest market portfolios in the region - from healthcare and education to civic, sports, science & tech, worship, and industrial - no two projects are the same.
- Join a 120-person firm with the resources and diversity of a large practice and the culture and relationships of a boutique studio
- Be part of a true interdisciplinary team - architects, interior designers, engineers, planners, and landscape architects collaborating under one roof
- Headquartered in a multiple award-winning, LEED-certified historic building that is itself a testament to the firm's design philosophy
- Recognized as one of Milwaukee's best places to work, with a culture built around curiosity, professional development, work-life balance, and genuine camaraderie
- Deep roots in Milwaukee with a philanthropic commitment to the communities we design for - this is a firm that does meaningful work and means it
- Shareholder opportunities available as part of a long-term career path within the firm
Job DetailsKey Responsibilities
- Lead architectural projects through all phases - schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding, and construction administration
- Serve as a primary client contact, managing relationships with owners, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies
- Coordinate with in-house engineering, interior design, and planning disciplines to deliver fully integrated project solutions
- Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while maintaining the firm's high standards for design quality
- Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff and intern architects
- Contribute to business development efforts including proposals, presentations, and client relationship building
- Ensure compliance with applicable codes, zoning, accessibility standards, and sustainability goals
What We're Looking For
- 5-8 years of professional architecture experience with demonstrated project leadership across multiple phases
- Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program
- Architectural license preferred; candidates actively pursuing licensure strongly encouraged to apply
- Proficiency in Revit required; experience with BIM coordination, Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite a plus
- Strong design sensibility paired with technical rigor - you care equally about how it looks and how it's built
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present confidently to clients and collaborate across disciplines
- Experience across multiple market sectors preferred; curiosity and adaptability are essential
- LEED AP or other sustainability credentials a plus
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