Position Summary
LGA Architectural Partners Ltd. is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Architect to be part of a team and be a leader in the design and delivery of affordable housing, community housing, and shelter projects. This is a current vacancy. The ideal candidate has multi-unit housing experience and is an excellent designer, strong team leader, and experienced project manager who can guide projects from early concept through construction documentation and construction administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead projects through all phases of design and construction, including Schematic Design (SD), Design Development (DD), Construction Documents (CD), and Construction Administration (CA).
• Act as Project Manager, overseeing schedules, budgets, deliverables, and coordination with internal and external teams.
• Develop thoughtful, high-quality design solutions with a focus on affordable and community-based housing and shelter environments.
• Prepare and oversee the production of detailed drawing packages, ensuring technical accuracy and completeness.
• Coordinate and collaborate with consultants, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and other specialists.
• Interface directly with clients, stakeholders, and community groups, presenting design concepts and project updates clearly and professionally.
• Lead Construction Administration activities, including site visits, review of shop drawings and submittals, responding to RFIs, issuing site instructions, and reviewing payment applications.
• Ensure that construction aligns with design intent, contract documents, and applicable codes and standards.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, fostering a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed Architect (or working toward licensure) with demonstrated project management experience.
• Proven experience delivering projects across all phases (SD, DD, CD, and CA).
• Strong understanding of Construction Administration processes, documentation, and field coordination.
• Strong design sensibility with the ability to translate concepts into buildable solutions.
• Advanced technical skills, including the ability to detail buildings and produce comprehensive construction documents.
• Experience in affordable housing, community housing, or shelter projects is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.

Salary Range: 85,000 to 115,000

Compensation will be based on experience level.

Email: [email protected], please use the subject line: Application – Project Architect – [Your Name]