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Project Architect roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require a professional architecture degree and licensure. Many large firms and corporate real estate developers sponsor H-1B visas for this role, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.
Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Project Architect to join the firm as part of our Education team. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.
Responsibilities:
- Execute coordination and integration of architectural and consultant construction documents, including redlining, detail review, QA/QC check and consultant coordination
- Generate creative design solutions within the functional parameters of a project
- Translate concepts and information into images
- Execute the process of preparing and completing usable construction document detailing solutions
- Assist with creation and management of project schedules
- Develop & present appropriate technical solutions to stakeholders
- Assist with leading project studio team members, leveraging strengths, and providing mentorship
- Work proactively to resolve issues that arise between project, design, and technical objectives of the project, in coordination with Project Manager
- Demonstrate understanding of appropriate industry standards and construction practice
- Apply knowledge of construction methods and timelines
- Maintain awareness of, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and products
- Attend and conduct presentations
- Manage client relations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- This role is an in-office position
- Professional, NAAB-accredited degree in Architecture or equivalent is required
- 8+ years of experience in commercial design; experience in Education design is desired
- Professional registration or anticipation of registration
- High commitment to QA/QC
- Thorough understanding of how a drawing set goes together
- Acumen for how things are built and constructibility, and the ability to apply that knowledge to support the project design and budget
- Ability to lead and collaborate in a diverse project team environment
- Exhibit strong marketing and client relations experience and capabilities
- Display strengths in master planning, conceptual design, and technical excellence
- Strong and effective organizational and communication skills
- Confident presentation ability
- Revit proficiency strongly preferred; experience with other 3D software is a plus
- Candidates should be efficient with coordinating project deliverables and client expectations
- Experience preparing all stages of design documentation, performing construction administration, and consultant coordination is required
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Flexible attitude and ability to juggle multiple priorities is essential
This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.
Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!
Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.
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INTRODUCTION
At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you’ll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You’ll find room to grow, freedom to explore — and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.
Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Project Architect to join the firm as part of our Education team. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.
Responsibilities:
- Execute coordination and integration of architectural and consultant construction documents, including redlining, detail review, QA/QC check and consultant coordination
- Generate creative design solutions within the functional parameters of a project
- Translate concepts and information into images
- Execute the process of preparing and completing usable construction document detailing solutions
- Assist with creation and management of project schedules
- Develop & present appropriate technical solutions to stakeholders
- Assist with leading project studio team members, leveraging strengths, and providing mentorship
- Work proactively to resolve issues that arise between project, design, and technical objectives of the project, in coordination with Project Manager
- Demonstrate understanding of appropriate industry standards and construction practice
- Apply knowledge of construction methods and timelines
- Maintain awareness of, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and products
- Attend and conduct presentations
- Manage client relations
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- This role is an in-office position
- Professional, NAAB-accredited degree in Architecture or equivalent is required
- 8+ years of experience in commercial design; experience in Education design is desired
- Professional registration or anticipation of registration
- High commitment to QA/QC
- Thorough understanding of how a drawing set goes together
- Acumen for how things are built and constructibility, and the ability to apply that knowledge to support the project design and budget
- Ability to lead and collaborate in a diverse project team environment
- Exhibit strong marketing and client relations experience and capabilities
- Display strengths in master planning, conceptual design, and technical excellence
- Strong and effective organizational and communication skills
- Confident presentation ability
- Revit proficiency strongly preferred; experience with other 3D software is a plus
- Candidates should be efficient with coordinating project deliverables and client expectations
- Experience preparing all stages of design documentation, performing construction administration, and consultant coordination is required
- Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
- Flexible attitude and ability to juggle multiple priorities is essential
This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.
Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!
Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Project Architect
Verify your NCARB credentials transfer correctly
Foreign architecture licenses don't automatically satisfy state licensure requirements. Confirm your credentials are evaluated through NCARB before your employer files the LCA, so the specialty occupation claim holds up under USCIS review.
Target firms with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Architect roles by employers who have certified LCAs for this occupation code. That filing history signals the firm understands H-1B sponsorship and won't back out after an offer.
Distinguish yourself from unlicensed candidates
Employers sponsoring H-1B visas for Project Architects must justify the specialty occupation requirement. Holding an active architecture license or documented ARE progress strengthens the petition and reduces the chance of a USCIS Request for Evidence.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting any offer. Your employer's LCA must certify at least the Level I prevailing wage, and knowing the tiers lets you negotiate from an informed position.
Ask about cap-exempt sponsorship routes early
Some Project Architect roles at universities, nonprofits, or government-affiliated research entities qualify for cap-exempt H-1B sponsorship. If a firm has institutional partnerships, ask whether your position could be structured to bypass the annual lottery.
Plan your timeline around the April registration window
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March, with employment starting October 1 if selected. Start interviewing in January so your employer can register in time, and confirm they're prepared to pay premium processing if your start date is urgent.
H-1B Visa Project Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Architect role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS consistently recognizes architecture as a specialty occupation because it requires a professional degree in architecture as a minimum entry requirement. The O*NET classification for architects lists a typical education requirement of a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field, which meets the statutory definition. Your employer documents this in the LCA and I-129 petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Project Architects?
Large commercial architecture firms, corporate real estate developers, healthcare system facilities groups, and higher education institutions are the most active H-1B sponsors for this role. Government contractors with design-build contracts also sponsor regularly. You can find employers with verified LCA filing history for Project Architect positions on Migrate Mate, filtered by location and firm size.
Does my foreign architecture license satisfy H-1B specialty occupation requirements?
A foreign license alone isn't sufficient. USCIS evaluates whether your degree and credentials are equivalent to a U.S. professional architecture degree. A credential evaluation from a NCARB-recognized body or a recognized equivalency assessment is typically required. Some employers also accept documented progress toward the ARE as evidence of professional-level qualification, depending on the role's specific duties.
Can I switch firms while on an H-1B as a Project Architect?
Yes, under H-1B portability provisions in AC21, you can change employers once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days and your new employer files a new I-129 petition. The new employer must sponsor you in the same or a similar specialty occupation, so a lateral move to another architecture firm is straightforward. Your status remains valid while the new petition is pending.
How does prevailing wage apply to Project Architect H-1B roles?
DOL requires your employer to pay at least the prevailing wage for the Project Architect occupation in the specific geographic area where you'll work. Prevailing wage is determined by the OFLC Wage Search tool and varies by location and experience level across four wage tiers. Employers must certify compliance in the LCA before USCIS will approve the H-1B petition, so your offered salary must meet or exceed that threshold.