Are you looking for an opportunity to do challenging, creative work that makes a real impact? Would you like to be part of a company that respects individual contributions and thrives on collaboration? Do you love to win?

Then consider joining Wight Company. We’re a nationally recognized, award-winning architecture, engineering, and construction firm known for a dynamic company culture that fosters innovation and challenges the status quo, and we’re looking for a talented professional to join our team. We seek an experienced and highly skilled Licensed Project Architect with 5-8 years of professional experience to join our team.

In this role, you will lead small to mid-sized projects from conception through completion, ensuring that all design, documentation, and delivery are executed to the highest standards. You will collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and mentor junior staff. This position requires a strong professional drive, great passion, and self-direction.

Potential candidates should demonstrate a thorough understanding of design and technical aspects of projects, design analytical problem-solving skills, and a passion for high-quality design and collaborative processes.

Responsibilities

: Design Conceptualization : Lead the development of innovative design concepts that align with client goals and project

for an assigned project (with oversight by a Senior Architect or Project Manager).

Requirements

, establishing a strong design vision. Project Leadership : Lead and develop the production of architectural projects, overseeing all phases from initial design through construction and project closeout. Technical Documentation : Plan, develop, and execute the production of comprehensive technical design and construction documents, ensuring accuracy, adherence to building codes, and alignment with project objectives.

Technical Knowledge : Demonstrate a strong understanding of building materials, systems, specifications, codes, details, and construction techniques to enrich a design through technical strategies and effectively use appropriate tools to design and document at all project phases. Interdisciplinary Coordination Collaboration : Lead in interdisciplinary coordination with engineers, construction, and consulting teams through schematic, design development, and construction document phases to ensure seamless integration of all project components within the integrated design and delivery framework. Collaborate across disciplines and departments to support well-coordinated and designed projects to ensure that design intent and quality standards are maintained throughout the project lifecycle.

Leads day-to-day execution of the project and is accountable for document delivery aligned with schedule and budget. Sustainability : Incorporate sustainable design principles and practices into projects, promoting environmentally responsible solutions that align with Wight Company’s values. Quality Assurance : Conduct detailed reviews of design and construction documents to ensure accuracy, consistency with design vision, and compliance with project goals, applicable codes, and regulatory standards.

Identify potential design and construction issues and provide timely solutions to prevent costly errors or rework. Adhere to the Wight Quality Assurance Program. Contractual Administration : Exhibit understanding of Owner/Architect agreement, project schedule, and project budget parameters.