Intermediate Architect Jobs
Intermediate Architect jobs are open across commercial, residential, and civic sectors, including firms, developers, government agencies, and healthcare organizations, at every level from project architect to senior associate, with specializations in design, technical documentation, and project delivery. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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KAIZEN Collaborative, a leading design and consulting firm for multi-use trail and bicycle/pedestrian projects in the Southeast, has an immediate opening for an entry-level or intermediate Landscape Architectural Designer with 1-4 years office experience. The candidate shall possess strong technical skills, solid design sense, and able to work with all aspects of a project, from schematic through design for construction. The candidate will work closely with the Senior Landscape Architect to research, plan, design and undertake management of projects, which range in variety and scope and involve public, private, and non-profit sector clients. This position requires a high level of design, supporting Senior Landscape Architect in client interface and graphics/documentation productions.
Requirements overview:
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
- At least 1 years office / internship experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong design skills with a keen interest in multimodal and active transportation and be proficient in AutoCAD/Civil3D, Adobe CC suites, and Microsoft Office. Knowledge in SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Google Earth Pro are preferred.
- The position requires a self-starter who is motivated to work on multi-disciplinary teams.
- The preferred candidate must be willing to conduct some duties in outdoor environments as needed to complete project tasks.
- The preferred candidate must be willing to learn and constantly improve the above-mentioned skill sets.
KAIZEN Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience. Please send a letter of interest, resume, portfolio, and references (contact information only) as PDF attachments to employment@kaizencollaborative.comwith the job title in the subject line.
Please no phone calls. While we appreciate all those interested, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
KAIZEN Collaborative, a leading design and consulting firm for multi-use trail and bicycle/pedestrian projects in the Southeast, has an immediate opening for an entry-level or intermediate Landscape Architectural Designer with 1-4 years office experience. The candidate shall possess strong technical skills, solid design sense, and able to work with all aspects of a project, from schematic through design for construction. The candidate will work closely with the Senior Landscape Architect to research, plan, design and undertake management of projects, which range in variety and scope and involve public, private, and non-profit sector clients. This position requires a high level of design, supporting Senior Landscape Architect in client interface and graphics/documentation productions.
Requirements overview:
- Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited program.
- At least 1 years office / internship experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong design skills with a keen interest in multimodal and active transportation and be proficient in AutoCAD/Civil3D, Adobe CC suites, and Microsoft Office. Knowledge in SketchUp, ArcGIS, and Google Earth Pro are preferred.
- The position requires a self-starter who is motivated to work on multi-disciplinary teams.
- The preferred candidate must be willing to conduct some duties in outdoor environments as needed to complete project tasks.
- The preferred candidate must be willing to learn and constantly improve the above-mentioned skill sets.
KAIZEN Collaborative is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salaries and benefits commensurate with experience. Please send a letter of interest, resume, portfolio, and references (contact information only) as PDF attachments to employment@kaizencollaborative.comwith the job title in the subject line.
Please no phone calls. While we appreciate all those interested, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in intermediate architect jobs.
- Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch) from an accredited program
- 3 to 7 years of professional experience in architectural design and documentation
- Proficiency in Revit and BIM coordination across architectural and engineering disciplines
- Active enrollment in or completion of the Architect Registration Examination (ARE)
- Experience producing construction documents and managing submittals during construction administration
- Familiarity with building codes, zoning regulations, and accessibility standards (IBC, ADA)
Tips for Your Intermediate Architect Job Search
Tailor your portfolio to project type
Firms hiring intermediate architects look for work samples that mirror their project mix. If you're targeting commercial interiors studios, lead with those sheets. Swapping your portfolio order for each application takes twenty minutes and meaningfully improves your callback rate.
Highlight Revit and BIM coordination experience
Most intermediate architect postings require proficiency in Revit and practical BIM coordination across disciplines. Name the specific phases you've led model coordination on, not just the software. Hiring managers scan for that language quickly when sorting applicants.
Target roles by licensure status honestly
Some intermediate architect postings require ARE completion or active licensure, while others value ARE progress. Read each posting carefully and apply only where your current status fits. Misrepresenting your ARE stage wastes both your time and the hiring firm's time.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists intermediate architect openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare a construction administration walkthrough
Interviewers frequently ask intermediate architect candidates to walk through a CA experience in detail, including RFI management, submittal review, and site observation. Rehearse one project end-to-end so your answers are specific and confident rather than vague.
Negotiate title and project autonomy, not just pay
At the intermediate level, project ownership is often negotiable even when base compensation isn't. Ask directly about how much design and client contact you'd carry. Firms that offer meaningful responsibility early are worth prioritizing over those with flat project hierarchies.
Intermediate Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most intermediate architects?
WSP, MITRE, and Tesla are hiring the most intermediate architects right now, with openings concentrated in New York, California, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand tends to be strongest at mid-size firms with active commercial, civic, or multifamily project pipelines.
How many intermediate architect jobs are remote?
About 50% of intermediate architect openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though fully remote roles are more common for documentation-heavy or design-development work than for roles requiring regular site visits or client-facing project management. Construction administration positions are almost always on-site or regionally based.
How do you become an intermediate architect?
You become an intermediate architect by earning an accredited professional degree, completing the required hours under the Architectural Experience Program, and progressing through the ARE sections toward licensure. Most candidates reach the intermediate level after several years of increasingly independent work on design development, construction documents, and project coordination at a licensed firm.
How do you get hired as an intermediate architect with little experience?
Focus your applications on firms that explicitly welcome candidates still completing the ARE or with fewer years in practice. Emphasize the depth of your project involvement rather than the number of projects, and present construction documents or coordination work you owned, even partially. A strong portfolio that shows technical ability often outweighs a thinner resume at this level.
What does the intermediate architect interview process look like?
Most firms begin with a phone or video screen, then invite finalists for a portfolio review where you walk through two or three projects in detail. A second round typically involves meeting the project team and discussing a design or technical scenario. Some firms include a brief take-home exercise focused on code research, schematic layout, or redline documentation.
Where can I find and apply to intermediate architect jobs?
You can find and apply to intermediate architect jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your experience and project focus, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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