Project Architect

Job Title: Project Architect / Project Manager

Location: Remote

Our client is a nationally recognized architecture and design firm in Chicago with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across federal, government, and institutional sectors. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, technical expertise, and ability to execute highly regulated projects that require precision, coordination, and adherence to strict standards.

The firm is seeking a Project Architect / Project Manager with a strong technical background and experience delivering complex projects, ideally within federal or government sectors. This individual will play a key role in leading project teams, coordinating consultants, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.

This is a remote role
, but candidates should be based in the Chicago area to support collaboration with the broader team when needed.

• Lead and coordinate architectural projects from design development through construction administration.
• Manage project schedules, deliverables, and coordination with internal teams and external consultants.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Prepare and review construction documents while ensuring compliance with applicable codes and federal or government standards.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to resolve design and technical challenges.
• Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior architectural staff.
• Support project planning, budgeting, and overall project execution.

• 7+ years of professional architectural experience
  .
• Licensed Architect or actively working toward licensure.
• Demonstrated experience working on federal, government, or other highly regulated projects
  .
• Strong experience producing and coordinating construction documentation.
• Proven ability to lead project teams and manage multiple project phases.
• Strong communication and coordination skills working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency with industry-standard architectural design and documentation software.

• Experience with government agencies, federal facilities, or secure environments.
• Familiarity with complex regulatory requirements and design standards associated with public sector work.
• Experience managing consultants and coordinating across multiple disciplines.

• Remote work flexibility with connection to a Chicago-based team.
• Opportunity to work on nationally significant government and federal projects.
• Collaborative design culture focused on technical excellence and innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.