Project Architect Jobs in Arizona
Project Architect jobs in Arizona are consistently in demand, with active hiring concentrated in commercial construction, mixed-use development, healthcare facility design, and the growing data center and technology campus sector. Phoenix and Scottsdale account for the largest share of openings, with Tucson as a secondary hub, and established firms like DWL Architects, Gensler's Phoenix office, and SmithGroup regularly bring on project architects from entry-level associate roles through senior project management positions. The most sought-after specializations in Arizona right now are healthcare architecture, sustainable design with LEED expertise, and large-scale multifamily and master-planned community projects. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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If you are a self-motivated professional seeking an opportunity for growth while practicing your craft, we have a position for you. We are looking for experienced architects to join our team, lead architectural design projects, provide project management, and embrace teamwork. With top-tier benefits and an understanding of work-life balance, Wilson & Company provides a career-nurturing work environment.
Wilson & Company is seeking a Licensed Architect to provide project management for the design and construction of a wide variety of project types. The position requires experience in developing construction documents and specifications, and technical expertise on projects. The candidate will be responsible for supporting or leading projects and associated efforts on an interesting and diverse mix of educational, industrial, municipal, and commercial projects. Familiarity with a wide variety of architectural building construction materials and systems is needed, along with an understanding of related codes and experience with construction-related services.
Essential Job Functions:
- Willingness to learn and effectively communicate in a collaborative team environment.
- Client interaction and coordination on a frequent basis.
- Effectively fosters relationships with team members and clients, as well as industry stakeholders.
- Participates in business development activities, such as marketing, developing project win strategies, and preparing technical data for proposals and interviews.
- Ensures quality management with implementation of quality control standards.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Creation and management of the architectural scope of work and fee for projects.
- Develop project plans to include scheduling of effort, allocation of resources, and planned financial success for required business operations.
- Collaborate with team members for effective execution of the work across all phases of design and construction.
- Possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills with project documentation, with willingness to follow implemented standards and procedures, whether internal or external.
- Prepare technical equipment specifications for construction documents.
- Develop and maintain progress, quality control, schedule, staffing planning, and coordination with project management, including regular reporting.
- Coordinate communications between the project team and the engineering and design team members to ensure quality of work and that consistent technical content drawing/design packages are maintained throughout a project.
- Target pursuit opportunities and client relationship development.
- Be energetic, positive, and inspiring.
Required Skills:
- Effective communication skills - both verbal and written.
- Strong understanding of required architectural design and construction principles.
- Experience with project management, managing technical professionals, and demonstrated ability to lead and direct multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience in managing project pursuits, preparing proposals, and working with marketing staff.
Required Experience:
- Professional degree in Architecture.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of architecture.
- Licensed Architect registered in the State of New Mexico, Arizona, or Texas.
- Experience with industry-standard software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
- Experience in the preparation of work plans, budgets, and project schedules is highly desired.
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
Annual Salary Range, commensurate with experience: $58,000.00 - $95,000.00
About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.
If you are a self-motivated professional seeking an opportunity for growth while practicing your craft, we have a position for you. We are looking for experienced architects to join our team, lead architectural design projects, provide project management, and embrace teamwork. With top-tier benefits and an understanding of work-life balance, Wilson & Company provides a career-nurturing work environment.
Wilson & Company is seeking a Licensed Architect to provide project management for the design and construction of a wide variety of project types. The position requires experience in developing construction documents and specifications, and technical expertise on projects. The candidate will be responsible for supporting or leading projects and associated efforts on an interesting and diverse mix of educational, industrial, municipal, and commercial projects. Familiarity with a wide variety of architectural building construction materials and systems is needed, along with an understanding of related codes and experience with construction-related services.
Essential Job Functions:
- Willingness to learn and effectively communicate in a collaborative team environment.
- Client interaction and coordination on a frequent basis.
- Effectively fosters relationships with team members and clients, as well as industry stakeholders.
- Participates in business development activities, such as marketing, developing project win strategies, and preparing technical data for proposals and interviews.
- Ensures quality management with implementation of quality control standards.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Creation and management of the architectural scope of work and fee for projects.
- Develop project plans to include scheduling of effort, allocation of resources, and planned financial success for required business operations.
- Collaborate with team members for effective execution of the work across all phases of design and construction.
- Possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills with project documentation, with willingness to follow implemented standards and procedures, whether internal or external.
- Prepare technical equipment specifications for construction documents.
- Develop and maintain progress, quality control, schedule, staffing planning, and coordination with project management, including regular reporting.
- Coordinate communications between the project team and the engineering and design team members to ensure quality of work and that consistent technical content drawing/design packages are maintained throughout a project.
- Target pursuit opportunities and client relationship development.
- Be energetic, positive, and inspiring.
Required Skills:
- Effective communication skills - both verbal and written.
- Strong understanding of required architectural design and construction principles.
- Experience with project management, managing technical professionals, and demonstrated ability to lead and direct multiple concurrent projects.
- Experience in managing project pursuits, preparing proposals, and working with marketing staff.
Required Experience:
- Professional degree in Architecture.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in the field of architecture.
- Licensed Architect registered in the State of New Mexico, Arizona, or Texas.
- Experience with industry-standard software such as Revit and AutoCAD.
- Experience in the preparation of work plans, budgets, and project schedules is highly desired.
Please note that Wilson & Company is not currently sponsoring applicants for work visas.
Annual Salary Range, commensurate with experience: $58,000.00 - $95,000.00
About Us:
For nearly a century, Wilson & Company, Inc., Engineers & Architects, has provided award-winning engineering, architecture, planning, environmental, surveying, geospatial, and construction management services. With employees across multiple offices in the Midwest, Southwest, Rocky Mountain, and Western regions in the United States, we bring people together to practice their craft, create value, and accomplish great things.
Guided by our purpose, we help clients move from concept to completion, transforming unused spaces into productive places, underutilized facilities into efficient ones, and rural or urban challenges into achievable solutions.
At Wilson & Company, we focus on your specific needs, delivering excellence with lasting Higher Relationships in mind. By employing our core values—discipline, intensity, collaboration, shared ownership, and solutions—we create genuine experiences and lasting connections for our clients, employees, and communities.
We support our employees’ success and well-being with a comprehensive benefits package, including options for health insurance, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and retirement savings plans. We are proud to be an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace, conducting pre-employment background checks.
Join us and be part of a culture committed to helping you achieve personal and professional success.
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Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Project Architect Job Market in Arizona
A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Construction & Real Estate
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project architect jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona architectural registration through the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration
- Professional licensure as a registered architect in any U.S. state with Arizona reciprocity eligibility
- Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program
- Five or more years of experience managing construction documents and project delivery phases
- Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and BIM coordination workflows on commercial or institutional projects
- LEED accreditation or demonstrated experience with sustainable design and green building standards
Project Architect Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project architect in Arizona?
To practice as a licensed architect in Arizona, you must register with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration, which requires completing an NAAB-accredited professional degree, finishing the Architectural Experience Program hours, and passing all sections of the Architect Registration Examination. Arizona also accepts reciprocal licensure for architects already registered in other states. Most firms expect candidates to hold or be actively pursuing their license before being promoted into a project architect role.
Which companies hire project architects in Arizona?
Employers hiring project architects in Arizona right now include HDR, SmithGroup, and Dekker, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Arizona's concentration of healthcare systems, resort hospitality developers, and large mixed-use construction firms means demand stays relatively steady throughout the year across the Phoenix metro and Tucson markets.
Which Arizona cities have the most project architect jobs?
The cities with the most project architect openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Tucson, and Chandler. Phoenix dominates the distribution because it anchors the state's largest commercial construction and healthcare development activity, while Scottsdale attracts luxury residential and hospitality design work, and Tucson supports a smaller but consistent market tied to the University of Arizona, federal facilities, and regional healthcare expansion.
Are there remote project architect jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. About 38% of project architect openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the hands-on, site-coordination nature of the role. The portions of the work most likely to be done remotely are design development, documentation review, and client presentation phases, while construction administration typically requires on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a project architect in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for an architectural intern or project coordinator role at a mid-size Phoenix or Tucson firm while actively logging Architectural Experience Program hours toward licensure. Large Arizona employers like SmithGroup and DWL Architects hire recent graduates into structured intern programs, and healthcare architecture firms often bring in entry-level staff as document coordinators or BIM technicians. Building a portfolio that includes university thesis work, design competitions, or pro bono community projects strengthens any application before licensure is complete.
Where can I find and apply to project architect jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to project architect jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that fit your experience and target location, and apply directly to each position.
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