Entry Level Project Architect Jobs
New grad project architect jobs attract recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Fashion & Apparel, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like ms consultants, A2H, and Woolpert hiring at this level now.
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Project Architect, Commercial Building Systems
ms consultants, inc.
Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Raleigh, NC
Are you an experienced architect looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Project Architect to join our Building Systems team, where you'll collaborate directly with senior architects, engineers, technicians, and administrative staff. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives on driving teams toward excellence in design, production, calculations, bid item quantification, cost estimates, report preparation, and fieldwork. As a Project Architect, you'll have the opportunity to lead and mentor your colleagues while utilizing the latest in technical software and innovative design techniques. You'll be responsible for ensuring high-quality, efficient production across multidiscipline projects. In this role, you'll serve as the technical lead for projects, reporting to the Senior Architect (Technical Services Manager) while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Our focus on work-life balance includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. At ms consultants, you’re more than just an employee — you're part of a team working toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
What You'll Do:
- Technical understanding of building design and construction techniques
- Production related project tasks within the following software platforms: Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, and other Microsoft Office platforms
- Assisting the project team leaders to align Client & Technical Design Standards for each project
- Creating high quality documents and checking your own work before hand-offs to peer reviews
- Monitoring of the team’s production hours and compare the effort expended to project budgets
- Lead the coordination effort between other in-house technical disciplines
- Manage the production of multiple team members for multiple concurrent projects
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in architecture from ABET accredited or NCARB certified institution; master's degree preferred but not required.
- Proven experience in the field, with relevant training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience working within technical project teams and collaborating with cross-functional service groups
- Proficiency in technical software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to collaborate, think creatively, and lead teams effectively
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered. We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select positions, depending on the role and work requirement.
Our Mission:
By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.
Our Values:
We are accountable.
We foster collaboration.
We stand for inclusion.
We are committed to excellence.
We are passionate about our work.
The ms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.
ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
We value your privacy. Any personal information you provide in connection with this job posting will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. By providing your contact information, you may receive text messages from ms consultants, inc regarding job opportunities and the hiring process. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. To learn more, please visit Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Project Architect, Commercial Building Systems
ms consultants, inc.
Columbus, OH; Pittsburgh, PA; Raleigh, NC
Are you an experienced architect looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a Project Architect to join our Building Systems team, where you'll collaborate directly with senior architects, engineers, technicians, and administrative staff. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive leader who thrives on driving teams toward excellence in design, production, calculations, bid item quantification, cost estimates, report preparation, and fieldwork. As a Project Architect, you'll have the opportunity to lead and mentor your colleagues while utilizing the latest in technical software and innovative design techniques. You'll be responsible for ensuring high-quality, efficient production across multidiscipline projects. In this role, you'll serve as the technical lead for projects, reporting to the Senior Architect (Technical Services Manager) while fostering a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. Our focus on work-life balance includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. At ms consultants, you’re more than just an employee — you're part of a team working toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
What You'll Do:
- Technical understanding of building design and construction techniques
- Production related project tasks within the following software platforms: Revit, AutoCAD, Excel, and other Microsoft Office platforms
- Assisting the project team leaders to align Client & Technical Design Standards for each project
- Creating high quality documents and checking your own work before hand-offs to peer reviews
- Monitoring of the team’s production hours and compare the effort expended to project budgets
- Lead the coordination effort between other in-house technical disciplines
- Manage the production of multiple team members for multiple concurrent projects
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in architecture from ABET accredited or NCARB certified institution; master's degree preferred but not required.
- Proven experience in the field, with relevant training or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience working within technical project teams and collaborating with cross-functional service groups
- Proficiency in technical software, including Revit, AutoCAD, Word, Outlook, and Excel
- Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to collaborate, think creatively, and lead teams effectively
Why Choose ms consultants?
We are proud to be an award-winning engineering, architecture, planning and environmental consulting firm, annually ranking within ENR’s Top 500 Design Firms. We partner with a variety of public and private clients and take pride in the many relationships we have formed by providing quality design solutions since 1963. We are dedicated to helping these clients achieve their goals through integrated, innovative solutions, and outstanding customer service. As a member of the ms team, we consider your needs as a professional and as an individual outside of work. We offer a career path which provides opportunities for advancement at any level of your career and costs for licensure, certifications, and further education. To support yourself and your family, we offer a robust benefits package with options for health coverage, in addition to life insurance, disability, long-term care, and more. Our comprehensive 401(k) plan with company matching contributions sets you up for the future, from hire to retire. Wherever you are in your personal and professional journey, ms has you covered. We know work-life balance is important and offer paid time off and flexible work schedules for when you need it, in addition to company paid holiday. Our focus on work-life balance also includes a hybrid work option, giving you the flexibility to work in the office and at home. We’re also able to offer full-time remote work for select positions, depending on the role and work requirement.
Our Mission:
By investing in our people, we create comprehensive solutions for communities and clients.
Our Vision:
Our vision is to shape a better tomorrow.
Our Values:
We are accountable.
We foster collaboration.
We stand for inclusion.
We are committed to excellence.
We are passionate about our work.
The ms Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
ms is a company that actively promotes anti-racist values and fosters an environment of diversity, equity, and inclusion. This means working together to speak out and take action against all forms of racism, bias, and discrimination, not only in our company but in our community and everyday lives. Read more about ms DEI here.
ms consultants, inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. ms fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. ms does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, or genetic information.
We value your privacy. Any personal information you provide in connection with this job posting will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. By providing your contact information, you may receive text messages from ms consultants, inc regarding job opportunities and the hiring process. Message and data rates may apply. You can opt out at any time by replying STOP. To learn more, please visit Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Entry Level Project Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level project architect job?
Focus on building a portfolio that shows real design thinking, whether from studio coursework, internships, or academic competitions. Entry level employers typically look for proficiency in CAD or BIM software like Revit, a demonstrated understanding of building codes, and the ability to support licensed architects on project documentation. Internship experience, even brief, signals professional readiness and gives you a clear edge over candidates with coursework alone.
Which companies hire entry level project architects?
Companies hiring entry level project architects right now include ms consultants, A2H, and Woolpert, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a mix of regional architecture and design firms, general contractors with in-house design teams, and commercial real estate developers looking for junior support staff to assist on active projects.
Are there remote entry level project architect jobs?
Yes, though most project architect work at the entry level still requires on-site presence for construction administration and client coordination. About 80% of entry level project architect openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at firms that use cloud-based BIM platforms and have distributed project teams.
Are these new grad project architect jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad friendly, welcoming recent graduates, junior candidates, and career changers with little to no professional experience. A new grad posting typically mentions 0 to 2 years of experience, accepts an internship in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites applicants who can demonstrate skills through a portfolio rather than a long employment record.
Which industries hire the most entry level project architects?
Entry Level project architect roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Fashion & Apparel, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive consistent demand at the junior level because they manage high volumes of new construction, renovation, and tenant improvement projects that rely on entry level architects to handle documentation, drafting, and coordination tasks.