Project Architect / Project Manager

Indianapolis Denver We are seeking a thoughtful and design-driven Project Architect or Project Manager to join our growing teams in Denver, Colorado and Indianapolis, Indiana.
This role is ideal foran experienced professional who brings strong design leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for mentoring others while advancing impactful work.

You will contribute across all phases of project delivery - from early concept through construction - providing design direction, technical oversight, and team leadership. You will play a key role in shaping cohesive design solutions while supporting project performance, collaboration, and quality.

This is an opportunity to lead with clarity and purpose, elevate design excellence, and contribute within a culture that values curiosity, rigor, sustainability, and craft.

Responsibilities Lead and collaborate with design leaders and project teams across all phases of project delivery Provide technical expertise, including building systems integration, detailing, and code compliance Contribute to and guide design development, ensuring alignment between concept, documentation, and execution Mentor emerging professionals and support team growth and development Coordinate effectively with consultants and internal disciplines to advance cohesive design solutions Maintain awareness of project scope, schedule, budget, and performance goals Contribute to a collaborative and positive studio culture
Qualifications Professional degree in Architecture 10+ years of architectural experience Demonstrated portfolio reflecting strong design aptitude and built project experience Excellent technical knowledge, including building systems and code expertise Proficiency in Revit; SketchUp preferred Ability to work both autonomously and within a collaborative team environment. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Salary & Benefits

RATIO offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending, and a wellness program available to employees and dependents. In addition, we offer a 401k and annual bonus program. We also provide paid time off, paid holidays, an additional floating holiday each year, and paid parental leave.

Salary is commensurate with experience and location: $95,000 - $125,000.

RATIO is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

About RATIO

RATIO is a global design firm that cultivates connections between people and place. We design for impact by shaping environments of purpose, beauty, and meaning with teams that are fully interdisciplinary, wholly collaborative, and fully immersed in every unique space they touch.

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Skills:
Architectural Services, Budgeting, Building Codes, Building Systems, Communication Skills, Construction Design, Documentation, Environmental Impact, Leadership, Mentoring, Organizational Skills, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, SketchUp, Sustainability, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, User Documentation

About the Company:
RATIO Architects