Registered Architect

Registered Architect – Suncoast Architect (Englewood, FL)

Suncoast Architect, a 22‑year boutique coastal design firm, is seeking a quick‑thinking, ingenious Registered Architect who thrives in difficult and sometimes unfamiliar circumstances. We’re a street‑smart practice, active on job sites and known for solving real‑world challenges alongside contractors, engineers, and design professionals. If you thrive on job‑site problem‑solving, enjoy diverse commercial and residential work, and want the opportunity to build true coastal expertise with unlimited advancement, we’d love to meet you.

About Us

We specialize in coastal Southwest Florida work — new construction commercial and residential projects, adaptive expansions, Velocity Zone and Coastal AE Zone design, and the permitting and technical demands of building in coastal environments.

What You’ll Do

Lead projects from concept through constructionDevelop creative, buildable solutions for coastal conditionsPrepare drawings, specifications, and permit packagesCoordinate with clients, consultants, and contractorsConduct site visits and resolve field challengesManage schedules, budgets, and project communicationEnsure compliance with codes and coastal construction standardsWhat You Bring

Registered Architect (FL preferred or ability to obtain)5+ years of experience; coastal/waterfront experience a plusStrong design, detailing, and technical documentation skillsProficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, and professional rendering softwareClear communicator, comfortable working directly with clients and contractorsHands‑on, solutions‑driven mindsetSchedule

Full‑time or ¾‑time (0.75 FTE) availability required.

You’ll work in a nimble, collaborative environment where your creativity and judgment matter. You’ll engage directly with the unique challenges of coastal architecture — from new construction commercial and residential projects to adaptive expansions — and solve real‑world conditions in Velocity Zone and Coastal AE Zone work. You’ll have meaningful autonomy, room to grow, and the ability to influence project direction and firm culture. As a boutique practice, you’ll enjoy diverse project types, direct client interaction, and the satisfaction of seeing your work through from concept to completion without layers of bureaucracy. You’ll have a unique opportunity to develop true coastal expertise, with unlimited personal advancement as you master the specialized demands of coastal architectural services.