Project Architect / Technical Designer - Miami Studio
About The Position
OBMI is a global master planning, architecture, and interior design practice with a 90-year history of creating luxury resorts, boutique hotels, private residences, and mixed-use destinations. With studios in Miami, London, Dubai, and KSA, OBMI collaborates globally to deliver holistic, experiential environments. The Miami studio is seeking a Project Architect / Technical Designer to join its Architecture team. This role will contribute to a wide range of international projects, with a focus on hospitality-led projects, within a busy and collaborative studio environment. The Project Architect / Technical Designer is crucial in translating architectural design into clear, coordinated, and buildable technical solutions. This role involves guiding the technical development and documentation of projects from concept through construction, ensuring design intent is maintained while upholding high standards for constructability, coordination, and regulatory compliance. The position serves as a technical leader, mentoring junior staff and ensuring documentation, BIM coordination, and consultant integration meet OBMI's quality standards.
Requirements
- 9–11 years of professional architectural experience
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
- Licensed or registered architect (AIA, RIBA, ARB, or equivalent preferred)
- Experienced in technical coordination and construction documentation
- Knowledgeable in building systems, construction methods, and regulatory frameworks
- Highly proficient in Revit and BIM-based workflows
- Skilled in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experienced coordinating with multidisciplinary consultant teams
- Familiar with hospitality or destination-driven design projects
- Detail-oriented and highly organized, with strong quality control standards
- Collaborative professional who communicates clearly and mentors junior team members
- Eligible to work in the United States
Responsibilities
- Lead the development of technical documentation and construction drawing packages
- Translate design concepts into buildable architectural solutions
- Coordinate with structural, MEP, civil, landscape, and interior consultants
- Ensure compliance with building codes, accessibility standards, and regulatory requirements
- Develop and manage BIM models and coordinated documentation in Revit
- Maintain organized and accurate drawing sets, documentation logs, and revision histories
- Prepare and coordinate permit submission packages
- Track project milestones and coordinate documentation across project phases
- Review and coordinate consultant models and drawings
- Perform QA/QC reviews to ensure technical accuracy and alignment with OBMI standards
- Mentor junior team members and provide technical guidance
- Support construction phases through shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and site coordination
Benefits
- Work on complex international hospitality and mixed-use projects
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across global studios
- Lead the technical realization of ambitious design visions
- Continue developing your technical leadership and professional expertise
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
