Architect or Design Technician

About the position

A Project Architect or Lead brings bold ideas to life, transforming concepts into spaces that people rely on every day. At Cushing Terrell, this role isn’t just about buildings; it’s about designing with imagination, empathy, and purpose. You’ll help lead projects from early design vision through construction, collaborating closely with clients, consultants, and our multidisciplinary teams to ensure every detail aligns with performance, sustainability, and long-term value. With a focus on grocery and retail architecture, you’ll shape highly populated environments that balance efficiency, customer experience, technology, and brand storytelling. From unforgettable storefronts and thriving departments to operational back-of-house systems, your work will help businesses thrive while elevating the daily lives of the communities they serve.

Responsibilities

Proven track record of exceptional client managementMust be able to take a project from start to finishThis position will manage multiple projects at onceThis is a fast paced environment with lots of moving parts so you must have good time management skillsConsult with clients to determine functional and spatial requirements of projects regarding design, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time; prepare necessary information for client review and approvalCollaborate with design leaders and other disciplines to produce preliminary design conceptsPerform necessary research for the design of a complete projectInspect work to ensure compliance with specifications, approve quality of materials and work, and advise client and construction teamsPrepare contract documents for building contractorsComplete construction cost estimatesProvide code and jurisdictional research on projectsCheck drawings on projects and prepare feedback for the project teamAdminister construction contracts on projects including administration of addenda, substitutions, change orders, and submittal reviewsConduct on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with contract documents, and conduct final inspectionsDirect activities of other architectural team members engaged in projectsSeal and signs permit documents on projects if licensedMay have supervisory responsibilities including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problemsCarry out these supervisor responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable lawsDevelop and maintain external and internal client relationshipsRequirements

NAAB-accredited Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree3 to 5+ years job-related work experience with demonstrated competence leading projects, teams and clientsExperienced and passionate about Grocery and RetailCurrent architect license/registration is a plus, not a mustBenefits

competitive benefits packagework opportunities in a variety of locations and marketscompany culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented teamannual performance bonus