Project Architect III
Paradym Ventures is seeking a licensed Project Architect who wants to lead projects, influence design decisions, work directly with clients, and play a visible role in a growing architecture practice.
This is not a production-only role.
You will lead commercial projects from concept through construction, participate in design development, coordinate consultants, present ideas to clients, and mentor junior staff. You’ll work closely with firm leadership while building the experience needed to advance into a Senior Architect position leading multiple teams.
This is a full-time, in-office position designed for architects who value collaboration, mentorship, and direct engagement with clients and project teams. Our studio culture is highly interactive, and we believe the best design solutions emerge through consistent collaboration and shared problem-solving.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:
· 401(k) retirement plan
· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
· Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
· Paid Time Off (PTO)
· Paid Parental Leave
· Professional licensing and certification support
If you’re looking for a position where your responsibilities stop at documentation, this isn’t it. If you want ownership, client exposure, design involvement, strong benefits, and a clear path toward senior leadership, we’d like to talk.
What You’ll Be Responsible ForProject Leadership
· Lead projects from programming and schematic design through construction administration
· Manage project schedules, coordination, and deliverables
· Oversee one to two projects simultaneously, occasionally three depending on project size and phase
· Ensure quality, consistency, and technical accuracy throughout project delivery
Design & Client Engagement
· Participate in design concept development and project storytelling
· Create and present design solutions internally and to clients
· Translate design intent into clear, buildable architectural documentation
· Build trusted client relationships through consistent communication and leadership
Technical Documentation
· Produce and oversee high-quality Revit models and drawing sets
· Lead documentation efforts through SD, DD, and CD phases
· Maintain drawing quality, coordination, and constructability
Consultant Coordination
· Coordinate Structural, MEP, Civil, and specialty consultants
· Resolve interdisciplinary conflicts and technical challenges
· Lead coordination meetings and manage consultant deliverables
Construction Administration
· Review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings
· Conduct site visits and prepare Architect’s Field Reports
· Support successful project execution through construction completion
Team Development
· Mentor emerging architects and designers
· Provide technical guidance and project support
· Contribute to a collaborative studio culture
What Success Looks Like
Within your first year, you will:
· Independently manage project delivery from design through construction
· Lead client meetings with confidence
· Maintain high-quality documentation standards across multiple projects
· Build strong consultant relationships
· Help develop junior staff
· Become a trusted project leader within the firm
Required Qualifications
· Licensed Architect (Tennessee license or ability to obtain reciprocity)
· 8+ years of commercial architecture experience
· Experience leading projects through multiple phases of delivery
· Advanced Revit proficiency
· Experience coordinating full consultant teams
· Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills
· Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision
Preferred Qualifications
· Hospitality project experience includes hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues
· Mixed-use or urban commercial project experience
· Experience in a small, highly collaborative firm environment
· Construction administration experience
· Client presentation and relationship management experience
How We Work
Our studio operates as a highly collaborative team where architects remain engaged throughout the entire life of a project.
Everyone participates in:
· Design
· Documentation
· Client communication
· Consultant coordination
· Construction administration
We believe architects should understand the full process, not just a single phase.
Communication and storytelling are central to our culture. Team members regularly present work internally and are encouraged to develop strong client-facing skills. As responsibilities grow, so does exposure to clients, leadership opportunities, and project ownership.
Growth Opportunity
This position is intentionally structured as a path toward Senior Architect leadership.
Future responsibilities include:
· Leading multiple project teams
· Mentoring and developing staff
· Expanding client relationships
· Contributing to firm-wide project delivery strategy
· Taking a larger role in studio leadership
Why Join Us
· Direct client interaction from day one
· Meaningful involvement in design decisions
· Ownership throughout every project phase
· Diverse hospitality and commercial work
· Collaborative, high-performing team environment
· Clear advancement path into senior leadership
Pay: $95,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Architecture License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
