Project Architect, Education Market

DLR Group•Orlando, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

DLR Group's Orlando Office is seeking an Architect to support the growth of its Education Sectors. This role operates within a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between office time and remote work. The Education practice focuses on designing environments that support academic learning, social development, and community impact across K-12 and Higher Education. The firm partners with clients to shape the future of learning, creating spaces that enrich educational communities and expand student, educator, and institutional potential. Their approach is grounded in evidence-based design, leveraging research and data to enhance student engagement, educator effectiveness, and learning outcomes. Integrated teams of educators, designers, engineers, and climate-action strategists collaborate to deliver innovative, sustainable solutions. The Project Architect will be a key contributor, responsible for the day-to-day design and technical development of projects, coordinating project documentation and delivery, and working closely with the integrated design team to ensure quality, adherence to schedules, and budgets. They will partner with the Project Manager on financial health, document quality, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication, while leading cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions. The Orlando studio offers opportunities for purposeful, design-driven projects within a passionate and collaborative team, valuing creativity, impact, and people. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, enthusiastic about design, a team player, and embodies integrity, intelligence, curiosity, and critical thinking, with involvement in all design phases across various project types, scales, and locations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture (Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations)
Minimum of six years of professional experience in architecture
Professional licensure required
Proficient in Revit, Bluebeam, SketchUp, Rendering Software, Microsoft Office Suite, and Adobe Suite
Competent in technical design, with the ability to investigate, evaluate, and recommend solutions that meet client needs
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to multitask and maintain quality standards
Demonstrates initiative, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to continuous learning

Nice To Haves

LEED AP and other certifications preferred but not required

Responsibilities

Develop creative and technically sound solutions to design challenges, ensuring high standards of design excellence.
Coordinate project drawings, specifications, and documentation with the project team, ensuring alignment with design intent and budget.
Lead collaboration within project teams, generating innovative design ideas and solutions.
Apply advanced architectural concepts to projects, including complex assignments requiring new or improved techniques.
Integrate QA/QC procedures and practice standards into project deliverables, resolving any issues.
Ensure BIM standards are applied and coordinate with the Project Manager and BIM Manager.
Provide technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Meet project deliverable deadlines and manage time effectively to maintain project schedules and work plans.
Participate in client presentations and contribute to successful project outcomes.