About AltusWorks AltusWorks is a certified Disadvantaged and Woman-Owned (D/WBE) architectural design firm specializing in historic preservation, building science, and adaptive reuse. Founded in 2003 by Ellen Stoner, the firm is built on the belief that existing buildings are renewable assets that strengthen communities through thoughtful revitalization.
We are seeking an experienced Architect with a minimum 10 years’ professional experience and strong design and client relation skills to lead architectural design, rehabilitation, and improvement projects. This role combines technical leadership, project management, design expertise, and client collaboration to support the continued operation and improvement of transportation and other public-sector projects throughout the region.
Project Management & Technical Leadership
Lead architectural projects involving transit facilities, stations, maintenance buildings, and public infrastructure improvements
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables while coordinating with clients, consultants, and project teams
Develop creative design solutions that address accessibility, functionality, durability, and long-term facility needs
Balance the design and management of overlapping and concurrent projects.
Project & Client Coordination
Past experience on transit projects or public-sector project types
Support projects requiring compliance with agency standards and public infrastructure guidelines
Participate in project pursuits, proposal development, and interview presentations
Prepare and review architectural design and construction documents, details, and technical specifications
Coordinate with engineering disciplines and specialty consultants to deliver complete project documentation
Review construction progress and support quality control during project implementation
Direct project design, team task assignments and oversee quality, schedule, and budget alignment
Promote a collaborative approach to problem-solving and project delivery
Professional degree in Architecture
~ 10 years minimum of architectural experience, including demonstrated successful design and project management skills and responsibilities
~ Experience with transportation, transit, rail, or public infrastructure projects preferred
~ Strong knowledge of building systems, accessibility requirements, and renovation of existing facilities
~ Experience preparing design and construction documents, technical reports, and project deliverables
~ Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office
~ Experienced in navigating complex public-sector projects
We are seeking an experienced Architect with a minimum 10 years’ professional experience and strong design and client relation skills to lead architectural design, rehabilitation, and improvement projects. This role combines technical leadership, project management, design expertise, and client collaboration to support the continued operation and improvement of transportation and other public-sector projects throughout the region.
Project Management & Technical Leadership
Lead architectural projects involving transit facilities, stations, maintenance buildings, and public infrastructure improvements
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables while coordinating with clients, consultants, and project teams
Develop creative design solutions that address accessibility, functionality, durability, and long-term facility needs
Balance the design and management of overlapping and concurrent projects.
Project & Client Coordination
Past experience on transit projects or public-sector project types
Support projects requiring compliance with agency standards and public infrastructure guidelines
Participate in project pursuits, proposal development, and interview presentations
Prepare and review architectural design and construction documents, details, and technical specifications
Coordinate with engineering disciplines and specialty consultants to deliver complete project documentation
Review construction progress and support quality control during project implementation
Direct project design, team task assignments and oversee quality, schedule, and budget alignment
Promote a collaborative approach to problem-solving and project delivery
Professional degree in Architecture
~ 10 years minimum of architectural experience, including demonstrated successful design and project management skills and responsibilities
~ Experience with transportation, transit, rail, or public infrastructure projects preferred
~ Strong knowledge of building systems, accessibility requirements, and renovation of existing facilities
~ Experience preparing design and construction documents, technical reports, and project deliverables
~ Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Adobe InDesign, and Microsoft Office
~ Experienced in navigating complex public-sector projects
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.