Architectural Project Lead

This role works closely with Project Managers and Principals, provides direct leadership to production team members, and serves as a key technical resource on project teams. The Project Lead is the bridge between production execution and project management and is on the direct path toward a Project Manager role for those who demonstrate the readiness to take on broader project and client responsibilities. Direct and coordinate production team members on assigned projects, assign tasks, allocate resources, and provide clear technical direction to Job Captains, Designer 1s, and Designer 2s Conduct drawing reviews and provide redline feedback to junior staff; ensure deliverables meet firm standards before escalating to Project Manager or Principal review Facilitate communication within the project team regarding schedule, drawing status, outstanding coordination items, and technical decisions Foster a productive environment for learning and professional growth; serve as a day-to-day technical mentor for production staff Manage and coordinate permit submittal packages; prepare responses to plan check corrections independently and track agency approvals through to issuance Lead construction administration activities including preparation and review of RFI responses, shop drawing submittals, and change order documentation in coordination with the Project Manager Lead or oversee field survey teams for as-built documentation and site verification Maintain, organize, and archive project files in accordance with firm standards throughout all project phases Occasionally support proposals, charrettes, or presentation preparation as requested by Project Managers or Principals Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution 7-9 years of experience in a professional architecture office, with demonstrated ownership of complete construction document sets on multifamily residential or mixed-use projects Multi-family residential and mixed-use experience required Advanced proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; working knowledge of Microsoft Office Comprehensive working knowledge of CBC, ADA, Title 24, and relevant building codes Proven ability to lead production team members, manage drawing coordination across disciplines, and deliver construction-ready documents without requiring day-to-day guidance Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to interact professionally with consultants, contractors, and agency reviewers