The Role: Design Leadership with Project Management Expertise
As our Project Architect/Manager, you'll lead multiple small to medium size residential new construction or renovation/addition projects, providing both creative vision and structured project management. Working directly with the principal, you will be part of the client-focused design process while managing project deliverables that meet our high standards of quality, attention to detail, and stewardship.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage multiple projects from concept to completion with comprehensive knowledge of design principles and construction methods
• Work directly with clients to understand their day-to-day lives and how their space needs to serve them, provide design solutions reflect that understanding, and to be stewards of their construction investments.
• Research precedent and context for design projects
• Mentor junior team members with professional guidance and constructive feedback
• Coordinate with consultants through clear communication and technical expertise
• Develop innovative solutions to complex design challenges that enhance residential functionality or accessibility
• Produce, along with other team members, Revit documentation that facilitates smooth construction processes.
Required Qualifications:
• Professional architecture degree (B.Arch or M.Arch). Licensure preferred.
• 6-8 years of professional experience
• Proficiency in Revit and document production in all project phases.
• Proven project management capabilities
• Construction Administration/Observation field experience
• Comfort with client interactions and good written communication skills.
• Curiosity and a healthy sense of humor.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Residential design experience, particularly single family custom new homes, additions and renovations.
• Experience with wood frame construction and detailing.
• Experience in designing for accessibility.
• Aging in Place or Well Building Certification
At TPD Architect, we help families live longer in homes they love.
TPD Architect is currently hiring enthusiastic design professionals to join our team in Birmingham, Alabama. The residential architecture and interiors practice focuses on projects in the Birmingham area and works in all project stages, from programming and predesign to construction.
Ideal candidates are excited about residential architecture, are known for strong design as well as technical skills, can work independently and as part of a team through all phases of a project, and enjoy designing homes where families can live and thrive.
TPD believes it is important to give team members the tools and opportunities they need to be successful. Pay is competitive with life and disability insurance benefits, and the firm offers generous time off as well as flexible scheduling, and the option to take time off on alternate summer Fridays. We offer and encourage continuing education experiences, support for professional activities, and an extensive resource library.
