Senior Project Architect | Workplace Interiors (Charlotte, NC)

A nationally recognized architecture and design firm is seeking an experienced Senior Project Architect to join its Charlotte, NC office. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the technical execution and delivery of interior architecture projects for high-profile clients, working alongside talented designers and multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate brings 10–15+ years of interiors experience, with a strong background in workplace projects and a deep understanding of interior construction, detailing, code compliance, and building systems. You will help translate design concepts into coordinated, high-performing, buildable solutions while leading technical development, Revit workflows, consultant coordination, and quality assurance throughout all phases of a project.

Role and Responsibilities

Lead technical development, documentation, and detailing throughout all project phases, ensuring coordinated, high-quality drawing sets.

Oversee Revit workflows, model integrity, drawing standards, and quality control reviews, driving consistency and efficiency across project teams.

Direct consultant coordination, including MEP, structural, AV/IT, lighting, sustainability, and other disciplines, to ensure fully integrated technical solutions.

Evaluate design options against constructability, building codes, building performance, and budget constraints, proactively resolving technical challenges.

Apply strong knowledge of interior construction, including millwork, partitions, ceilings, materials, finishes, and assemblies.

Serve as a point of contact for clients and project partners, communicating technical strategies and resolving execution-related issues.

Guide teams in the application of materials, systems, specifications, and FF&E to ensure performance and compliance.

Lead construction administration activities, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, and field issue resolution.

Integrate advanced digital tools, including Revit, Enscape, computational design, and AR/VR, to support design analysis and technical delivery.

Mentor team members in best practices for detailing, documentation standards, and project delivery.

Contribute to the broader design community and help advance the firm's commitment to the power of design.

Experience and Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.

10–15+ years of diverse interiors experience, with an emphasis on workplace interiors.

Registered and licensed Architect.

Demonstrated experience working on multidisciplinary teams and delivering coordinated construction documents.

Expert proficiency in Revit.

Experience with SketchUp, InDesign, 3ds Max, Enscape, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Miro preferred.

Strong understanding of interior construction, detailing, building systems, code compliance, and consultant coordination.

Excellent communication, leadership, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

LEED, Fitwel, or WELL accreditation preferred.

Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices.

Portfolio should ideally include at least one sustainability-focused project, particularly a built project with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel, or Net Zero Building certification.

What You'll Bring

A balance of design sensibility and technical expertise, with the ability to protect design intent while delivering practical, buildable solutions.

Strong technical leadership and confidence guiding project teams through complex documentation and coordination challenges.

A collaborative approach to working with designers, consultants, clients, and project partners.

A commitment to mentoring others and elevating the quality of project delivery.

An interest in sustainability, innovation, and the continued evolution of workplace design.

Work Environment

Based in the firm's Charlotte, NC office.

Full-time, in-office position, five days per week. This role is not remote or hybrid.

Collaborative, multidisciplinary environment working alongside talented architects and designers.

Opportunity to contribute to high-profile workplace interiors projects and engage with clients and project partners throughout the design and construction process.

Salary and Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Disability coverage and wellness programs.

Flexible spending accounts.

Paid holidays and paid time off.

401(k), profit sharing, and employee stock ownership opportunities.

Twice-annual bonus opportunities.

Reimbursement for eligible professional licenses, renewals, and exam fees.

Tuition reimbursement for eligible programs and classes.

Ongoing professional development and opportunities to continue growing your technical and design leadership skills.