Project Architect

Based in Center City Philadelphia, CosciaMoos Architecture provides architectural design, interior design and planning across a broad range of project types, serving clients throughout the United States. Founded by principals with over forty years of experience in both large and small firms, CosciaMoos combines professional integrity with the collaborative ingenuity of a tight-knit team. We offer a highly creative learning environment while maintaining a culture distinguished by collaboration, professionalism and a solution-oriented mindset.

Driven by a dedication to excellence in both design and client relations, CosciaMoos is seeking a Project Architect to lead a variety of projects from design through close-out. The ideal candidate has a good design sense, a solid technical knowledge base, effective project organization skills and an intelligent client management approach.

Responsibilities:

• Direct each phase of project from pre-design through construction administration
• Provide functional layout/design consultation, working directly with the design principal
• Research and document zoning restrictions and opportunities
• Provide technical guidance to staff on project execution
• Solicit and evaluate proposals from consultants
• Oversee preparation of deliverables; monitor work of consultants to seamlessly deliver drawings and specifications for permit and construction
• Prepare project manual and specifications
• Oversee technical staff during construction administration; attend construction phase meetings when required; evaluate change orders, RFIs, submittals and payment certificates
• Act as client liaison for design, goals, budget, modifications
• Build and maintain client relationships
• Assist with proposal preparation for architectural design services
• Act as primary point of contact with client during project execution
• Manage client expectations and communications regarding project fees
• Create and maintain project schedule
• Devise work plan, allocating hours and monitoring progress
• Manage contracts with consultants
• Articulate design concepts or solutions to clients
• Negotiate critical issues with representatives from other organizations
• Lead project meetings and prepare meeting minutes
• Provide mentoring for junior staff to grow the institutional capacity of the firm
• Participate in Quality Assurance process on projects across the office

Essential Requirements:

• Professional Degree in Architecture (B. Arch or M. Arch)
• 5-7 years of architectural design and project experience
• Registered Architect or demonstrated path towards licensureExperience with a wide scope of projects (mixed-use, multi-family, healthcare)
• Strong writing and organizational skills; solid knowledge base of technical architectural systems
• Working proficiency in Revit

Compensation:

• Compensation commensurate with experience, competitive with midsize firms
• Full benefits package including health, dental, PTO, long/short-term disability
• Direct connection to principals

Please send resume, cover letter and representative samples of design and professional work to [email protected] .

We do not work with external recruiters on this role. Any unsolicited resumes submitted by agencies will be considered the property of CosciaMoos Architecture, and no fees will be paid.