Weddle Gilmore Architects

Senior Project Architect

Weddle Gilmore Architects Employer Scottsdale, AZ, USLocation:

Full-timeType Thu, Aug 20 '26Posted on:

Position Overview This is a Full Time - In Person position working in either our New York City or Scottsdale studio on high-end luxury residential, hospitality/lifestyle projects located throughout the US. We are looking for a senior architect with deep technical expertise in complex residential construction, strong detailing and documentation skills, and proven ability to lead projects from design development through construction. A deep appreciation and working understanding of classic design, proportion, and historic detailing is essential, balanced with the ability to re-interpret precedent and integrate modern flourishes that create elegant, modern, yet timeless environments. The emphasis of this role is on the technical side; constructability, coordination, documentation quality, and successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from a NAAB accredited program
• Licensure preferred, but not required
• Minimum 8 years post graduate experience in the US required
• Significant experience with ground-up luxury residential projects preferred
• High proficiency in AutoCAD required
• Fully competent designer/architect in all conventional aspects of architecture, who consistently demonstrates strong independent commitment to project success with strong technical decisionmaking skills and the ability to independently drive project success
• Manage and take ownership of at least one large residential or multiple mid-scale projects at one time
• Exceptional skill in architectural detailing, with a proven ability to develop refined, constructible, and elegant details for complex luxury residential projects
• Effectively manage other team members contributing to the project's success, and committed to positive development of junior team members
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for your work and proactively take on additional responsibilities whenever possible
• Possess strong technical, fiscal, and time management skills, working efficiently and effectively, often exceeding client and partner expectations
• Extensive experience & full familiarity in preparing architectural drawings and construction documents
• Strong independent coordination ability with consultants including Engineers, Lighting Designers, Landscape Designers, and Interior Designers
• Proven ability to resolve technical issues in the field and maintain high documentation standards throughout construction

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full project support from design development through completion of construction, with primary focus on technical documentation, detailing, and coordination
• Personally produce and lead the preparation of detailed architectural drawings and construction documents, taking ownership of the documentation rather than solely managing others’ work.
• Lead the preparation of bid, permitting, and construction documents for contractors, building stakeholders, and municipal submittals
• Assist in the preparation of architectural design materials such as presentation drawings, 3D modeling/renderings, etc. for client review and approval
• Research, create, review, oversee, and coordinate design and construction documents for code compliance, quality control, and constructability
• Capable of independently conducting field surveys, site assessments, and construction administration

Benefits We offer competitive compensation along with a generous benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. You’ll enjoy comprehensive medical coverage, an employer contribution to your 401(k), ample paid time off, and dedicated resources for your continued professional growth, as well as a clear career path description for positions and advancement at WG. A full description is available following first interview.

OUR STUDIO, OUR PEOPLE Weddle Gilmore Architects is a collaborative design studio comprised of seasoned designers, architects, and managers. We strive to provide a high level of excellence in design work through the caliber of our design and technical expertise, documentation skills, details, and service.

OUR EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Our team is mutually dedicated to achieving excellence in every facet of our careers
• We expect of one another, a strong character, honest and ethical actions, and support of each other personally and professionally
• We expect a positive attitude, strong work ethic, attention to detail, talent, creativity, enthusiasm, drive, and a commitment to personal and professional growth
• We expect a positive contribution to the design work, the studio atmosphere, as well as support of a harmonious, creative, and enjoyable work environment
• We desire fresh ideas, innovative thinking, and a collaborative spirit
• We all should be self-motivated, but always willing to ask questions when and where necessary
• We all should be proactive; take initiative, seek out tasks, and actively look for ways to contribute, taking ownership of responsibilities whatever the task
• We expect all to adhere to the AIA Code of Ethics

If this sounds like the place you want to join and grow with, please submit your resume and an electronic portfolio to careers@weddlegilmore.com Note: for all documents (resume and portfolio) the maximum files size is 10 MB.

Please Note

• Applicant resumes that do not include a portfolio will not be reviewed.
• Currently only candidates with degrees IN the field of architecture will be considered.
• We are only considering candidates with completed architectural degrees from an NAAB accredited program and afterward have worked a minimum of 8 years. If your degree is still in process, we invite you to apply after graduation and when requirements are met, or look at our other posting for positions that are for entry level applicants.
• At this time Weddle Gilmore Architects does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visas.
• No phone calls, please.