Project Architect Jobs in Massachusetts
Project Architect jobs in Massachusetts are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in healthcare facility design, higher education, life sciences, and mixed-use urban development, with openings at every level from emerging professionals through senior project leads. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchor most of the hiring activity, drawing firms and institutions like Elkus Manfredi Architects, Stantec, and Gensler, all with established Massachusetts offices that regularly bring on project architects. Civic and academic work, adaptive reuse of historic buildings, and lab and research facility design are among the most sought-after specialties in this market. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Advancing Healthcare Through Thoughtful Design.
- Provide design guidance and technical leadership on healthcare projects.
- Make decisions independently regarding architectural complexities and methods.
- Provide consultative services and guidance to project teams as well as leadership and mentoring.
- Participate in client meetings.
- Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers and support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.
- Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals.
- Suggest new ideas and processes and stay informed of developments in the STI practice.
- Prepare or modify reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environ-mental impact studies and designs for project.
- Ensure design meets code requirements.
- Coordinate changes to construction documents.
- Research product materials and work with manufacturers to determine costs and best product.
- Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure design QA/QC.
- Respond and review RFIs and submittals.
- Participate in the creation of proposal and/or client meeting materials.
- Delegate and oversee tasks assigned to Intern Architects and Summer Interns.
- Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate.
- Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited university is required; Master's degree preferred.
- Licensed architect in MA or able to be licensed through reciprocity required.
- 8+ years of architectural experience with the majority of time spent in healthcare.
- Experience in science and technology markets a plus.
- Strong experience with Revit abilities.
- Ability to mentor is a plus.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation: $90,000 to $120,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
Advancing Healthcare Through Thoughtful Design.
- Provide design guidance and technical leadership on healthcare projects.
- Make decisions independently regarding architectural complexities and methods.
- Provide consultative services and guidance to project teams as well as leadership and mentoring.
- Participate in client meetings.
- Establish & maintain positive relationships with co-workers and support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.
- Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals.
- Suggest new ideas and processes and stay informed of developments in the STI practice.
- Prepare or modify reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environ-mental impact studies and designs for project.
- Ensure design meets code requirements.
- Coordinate changes to construction documents.
- Research product materials and work with manufacturers to determine costs and best product.
- Coordinate with Project Manager to ensure design QA/QC.
- Respond and review RFIs and submittals.
- Participate in the creation of proposal and/or client meeting materials.
- Delegate and oversee tasks assigned to Intern Architects and Summer Interns.
- Be responsive to others and share information to improve efficiency and help others achieve goals; listen and engage in productive and critical debate.
- Bachelor's degree in architecture from an accredited university is required; Master's degree preferred.
- Licensed architect in MA or able to be licensed through reciprocity required.
- 8+ years of architectural experience with the majority of time spent in healthcare.
- Experience in science and technology markets a plus.
- Strong experience with Revit abilities.
- Ability to mentor is a plus.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
Compensation: $90,000 to $120,000 per year (depending on qualifications)
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What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project architect jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active NCARB-recognized license or Massachusetts architectural registration required
- Professional degree in architecture from an accredited program
- Demonstrated experience managing construction documents and coordinating with consultants
- Proficiency in Revit and BIM-based project delivery workflows
- Familiarity with Massachusetts State Building Code and local permitting processes
- Strong client communication skills and ability to lead project meetings independently
Project Architect Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project architect in Massachusetts?
To practice as a licensed architect in Massachusetts, you must pass the Architect Registration Examination and hold a license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Architects, which requires a degree from a NAAB-accredited program and documented experience through the NCARB Architectural Experience Program. Most firms expect a project architect to hold or be actively pursuing licensure, along with a professional degree in architecture. Pursuing LEED accreditation or a historic preservation credential strengthens candidacy given Massachusetts's robust civic and adaptive reuse market.
Which companies hire project architects in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring project architects in Massachusetts right now include Jacobs, Deloitte, and Allegrone, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of healthcare systems, universities, and life sciences campuses means institutional project types drive a large share of consistent openings across the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most project architect jobs?
Boston, Lenox, and Woburn account for the largest share of project architect openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge lead because of the concentration of major healthcare systems, research institutions, and headquarters-level architecture firms, while Worcester draws steady demand from its own healthcare and university expansion projects, making all three metros genuine hiring centers rather than outliers.
Are there remote project architect jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're limited. About 60% of project architect openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on, site-coordination nature of the role. The portions of the work most amenable to remote arrangements are design development, document production, and consultant coordination, while construction administration and client meetings typically require in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a project architect in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an architectural staff or project designer role at a mid-size Massachusetts firm while completing the NCARB Architectural Experience Program hours required for licensure. Large institutional firms in Boston and Cambridge, including those focused on healthcare and higher education, regularly bring on recent graduates in these roles. Building a portfolio that includes academic or competition work showing construction documentation skills, and pursuing LEED Green Associate accreditation, gives candidates a meaningful edge in a market that rewards technical depth early.
Where can I find and apply to project architect jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to project architect jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly to those positions.
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