Project Architect / Technical Designer
About The Position
OBMI is a global master planning, architecture, and interior design practice shaping luxury resorts, boutique hotels, private residences, and mixed-use destinations around the world. For more than 90 years, OBMI has created places deeply rooted in land, culture, and emotion, balancing imagination, craft, and care. With studios in Miami, London, Dubai, and KSA, OBMI collaborates globally to deliver holistic, experiential environments across the Middle East, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. Clients see OBMI as trusted advisors, drawn to its belief in thoughtful design, long-term value, and spaces that are both innovative and sustainable. The Miami studio is growing and is seeking a Project Architect / Technical Designer to join its Architecture team. As part of the team, the individual will contribute to a wide range of international projects, focusing on hospitality-led projects, within a busy and collaborative studio. The Project Architect / Technical Designer plays a critical role in translating architectural design into clear, coordinated, and buildable technical solutions. Working closely with design leaders, project managers, and consultants, the individual will guide the technical development and documentation of projects from concept through construction. This role ensures that design intent is carried through all technical phases while maintaining the highest standards for constructability, coordination, and regulatory compliance. The individual will serve as a technical leader within project teams, mentoring junior staff while ensuring that documentation, BIM coordination, and consultant integration meet OBMI’s quality standards.
Requirements
- Technically strong architect who thrives on solving complex design challenges and delivering precise, coordinated architectural documentation.
- 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
- Applicants must be 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
