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As a Project Architect, you will lead the design and technical delivery of complex, high performance environments for leading commercial and technology clients, including mission critical facilities and innovative workplace and campus projects. Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams, you will guide projects from early concept through construction documentation, ensuring alignment between design intent, performance requirements, and project goals.

You will translate client operational needs and technical requirements into clear, coordinated architectural solutions, leading the development of presentations, design documentation, and digital models. This role includes overseeing multidisciplinary coordination, maintaining quality and consistency across project deliverables, and resolving technical challenges as they arise.

Success in this role requires strong leadership, a systems thinking approach, and the ability to manage complexity while delivering scalable, high performing environments that support the pace and innovation of technology driven organizations.

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $100,000 annually.

• NAAB-accredited Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Current architectural license/registration
• 8+ years of progressive professional architectural experience

• LEED certification and/or passion for sustainability preferred

Did you know that some people hold back on applying to jobs if they don’t meet 100% of the listed requirements? We don’t want you to hold back! If you check most of the qualifications above and believe you could successfully do the work, we encourage you to apply!

• Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery
• Lead small project teams, reviewing work to maintain standards and provide guidance
• Translate project goals into a clear vision and produce original, engaging solutions
• Develop advanced technical skills, aesthetic awareness, collaboration techniques, and time management
• Contribute to studio leadership and support team processes, helping other team members grow in technical and career skills
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines for optimal project outcomes
• Maintain a broad understanding of the discipline; may be licensed or unlicensed
• Operate independently with sound judgment while escalating issues as appropriate
• Independently prepare and coordinate architectural drawings and BIM models across multiple project phases
• Lead the development of schematic design and design development concepts in collaboration with project leadership
• Review work for compliance with project requirements, building codes, and quality standards
• Coordinate architectural scope with engineering consultants and other disciplines
• Prepare and review construction documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and constructability
• Perform code analysis and support permitting and regulatory review processes
• Develop and refine construction cost estimates in collaboration with project teams
• Lead construction administration activities on small to medium projects, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and change orders
• Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and support resolution of construction issues
• Review and mentor junior team members by providing clear direction and constructive feedback
• Maintain and develop internal and external client relationships
• Seal and sign permit documents on assigned projects
• May have supervisory responsibilities, including training, assigning and directing work, reviewing performance, rewarding and disciplining team members, addressing complaints, and resolving problems
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable laws
• Other duties as assigned

Cushing Terrell is a multidisciplinary design firm with 17 offices and more than 500 team members who bring together their expertise to deliver holistic built environments. Leveraging our influence as designers, we work to create sustainable systems and spaces that help people live their best lives.

At Cushing Terrell, we empower creative designers to discover imaginative, responsible, first-of-their-kind environments. But more than that, we support a strong, cohesive team, from our design professionals to our business operations staff. Together, we champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, placing people at the center of our practice, thus our tagline, “design meets you.” Together, we find joy in uncovering imaginative solutions for the people who work here, the people we work for, and the planet as a whole. We offer a competitive benefits package, work opportunities in a variety of locations and markets, and a company culture that celebrates all the unique viewpoints and personalities that make up our talented team. View our Employee Benefits Guide: https://cushingterrell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/CushingTerrell_Benefits-Guide_2025.pdf

*Actual pay will be determined based on the candidate’s years of experience, licensure status, location, level of proficiency, and other job-related factors (as permitted by law). This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Cushing Terrell will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

***The majority of the time, a person in this role will be sitting in an office with limited physical requirements. This may require individuals to bend, stretch, twist, and reach.

Cushing Terrell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Contact 406.248.7455 if you require assistance or accommodation during the employment application process.

Note to recruitment agencies: Cushing Terrell does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of Cushing Terrell without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of Cushing Terrell.