Project Architect, Education Market
About The Position
DLR Group is seeking an Architect to support the growth of its Education Sectors in the Atlanta Office. This role operates within a hybrid work model, offering flexibility between office 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. They partner 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 navigate complexity and 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. They will work closely with the Project Manager to ensure project financial health, document quality, claim prevention, team collaboration, and communication, while leading cross-functional design disciplines in developing technical solutions. The Atlanta studio is experiencing growth, offering opportunities for purposeful, design-driven projects within a passionate and collaborative team.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture
- 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
- Graduate degree not required unless mandated by local licensure regulations
- 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
Benefits
- 100% employee-owned
- Flexibility between office time and work from home
- Four-day in-office work model, with flexibility to work elsewhere on Fridays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
