Project Architect / Construction Administration Lead

About Houser Walker Architecture

Houser Walker Architecture is an Atlanta-based design studio serving community-focused and mission-driven institutions. We work with cultural, educational, religious, civic, and nonprofit organizations to create thoughtful, enduring places that advance mission, strengthen community, and bring lasting value to the people they serve.

Houser Walker’s work has been recognized with numerous design awards across the Southeast, including AIA Atlanta’s 2015 Firm of the Year and AIA Georgia’s 2021 Firm of the Year.

Role Description

This full-time Project Architect / Construction Administration Lead role is based in Atlanta, GA. The position is responsible for leading construction administration activities for a significant 2,500-seat worship space in East Cobb currently moving through the construction document phase. The Project Architect / CA Lead will work closely with a Project Manager, Design Architect, and Principal Architect while taking day-to-day responsibility for project execution and construction administration leadership.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of professional architecture experienceConstruction administration experience on commercial architecture projectsExperience with construction documents and consultant coordinationWorking knowledge of typical CA processes, including submittals, RFIs, field reports, ASIs, punch lists, and contractor coordinationAbility to lead day-to-day project communication and follow-throughStrong written, verbal, and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with churches, worship spaces, performing arts, cultural, civic, institutional, or assembly projectsExperience on large, complex projects with multiple consultantsArchitectural licensure is beneficial but not required

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $80,000–$100,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits include:

Health insuranceIRA contributionsBonus potentialHybrid flexibility. In Office work is required M,W, and F. Work from home is optional T and TH. This will also require time at the East Cobb jobsite.Opportunity to contribute to meaningful civic, cultural, religious, and institutional architecture in a collaborative studio environment

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a short description of your construction administration experience, including the types of commercial projects you have worked on and your role during the CA phase.

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