Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Wright-Pierce
Job overview
The Lead Project Architect at Wright-Pierce leads project planning, design development, and construction review within a multidisciplinary environmental engineering firm, impacting water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure projects.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves preparing design documents, collaborating with clients and teams, managing projects from start to finish, site visits, technical reporting, and mentoring junior staff to ensure project success and adherence to timelines and budgets.
Compensation and benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance from day one, wellness programs, mental health support, paid volunteer hours, 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing, paid time off, parental leave, flexible schedules, and hybrid work options.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a BS in Architecture, be a Registered Architect with NCARB certification, have at least 5 years of architecture experience in engineering environments, preferably with municipal projects, and proficiency in MS Office and Revit is strongly preferred.
Career development
Wright-Pierce offers a defined career development path, mentorship programs, and training through Wright-Pierce University to support professional growth.
Work environment and culture
The company promotes a culture of health, wellness, diversity, inclusion, respect, work-life balance, and employee engagement, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
Company information
Wright-Pierce is an award-winning environmental engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure with multiple office locations in the US.
Job location and travel
The position is available in multiple office locations including Providence, RI; Middletown, CT; Maitland, FL; and Tampa, FL, with a hybrid work environment.
Unique job features
The job features involvement in multidisciplinary projects, opportunities to mentor junior staff, and a hybrid work environment promoting flexibility.
Company overview
Wright-Pierce is an employee-owned, multidisciplinary engineering firm specializing in water, wastewater, and civil infrastructure. They generate revenue through consulting, design, and construction management services for municipalities, utilities, and private clients. Founded in 1947, the company has a rich history of delivering sustainable and innovative solutions, with a strong emphasis on environmental stewardship. Their commitment to quality and client satisfaction has earned them numerous industry awards and a reputation for excellence in the engineering community.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your leadership in architectural project management, emphasizing experience with design development, technical documentation, and construction oversight in multidisciplinary teams.
Showcase proficiency in Revit and MS Office tools, along with your knowledge of architectural codes and standards relevant to municipal and engineering projects, as these are key for the Lead Project Architect role.
Apply through multiple channels including Wright-Pierce's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Wright-Pierce architects or project managers in the relevant office locations; use ice breakers like commenting on recent projects they’ve shared or asking about their experience with Wright-Pierce’s collaborative culture and mentorship programs.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'design-bid-build delivery,' 'conceptual renderings,' 'project planning,' 'Revit proficiency,' and 'municipal projects' to pass automated screenings.
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