Project Architect / Team Lead

Description

With a legacy dating back to 1941, Hart Companies stand as a pioneering force in Engineering and Construction, renowned for their expertise in delivering complex projects. Specializing in sectors such as Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Life Sciences, Water/Wastewater, Specialty Chemical, and diverse industrial segments, we continue to lead the way in innovation and excellence.

Based in Rhode Island, Hart Companies is a full-spectrum Construction, Engineering, Architectural and Passivation organization with a workforce of over 200 employees. Our projects, spanning from small-scale to those exceeding $100MM, are executed across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Thriving for over 80 years, we have continuously grown and diversified our clients across a multitude of industries. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of performance in quality, safety, and integrity, delivering unmatched expertise on all projects for our valued customers and clients. We strive for excellence, not only by emphasizing a company culture that accentuates a People Priority environment, but also in the global perception of our work.

Position Summary:

The Project Architect / Team Lead will be responsible for the independent and collaborative execution of architectural design work across a range of new construction and retrofit projects, primarily in the industrial, process, biopharmaceutical, and manufacturing sectors. Under the general guidance of a Senior Architect or Engineer, this role includes design development, production of construction documents, and oversight of contract administration using AutoCAD and Revit. The selected candidate will coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and other disciplines, ensuring code compliance and architectural integrity throughout all project phases.

Core Responsibilities:

• Lead architectural design and documentation efforts from concept through construction.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and other disciplines on multi-faceted projects.
• Produce high-quality contract documents using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Apply knowledge of construction methods, architectural detailing, and materials in design development.
• Perform project site inspections and review shop drawings.
• Administer construction-phase services, ensuring adherence to design intent and applicable codes.
• Interpret and integrate building codes, life safety codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage in specification writing and contribute to technical documentation.
• Contribute to master planning, preliminary, and detailed design phases.
• Support quality assurance and compliance with project standards.

Essential Qualifications:

• BS in Architectural Engineering.
• Minimum of 7 years of relevant architectural experience.
• Registered Architect with active professional licensure.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit for architectural drafting and BIM coordination.
• Experience with laboratory, biopharmaceutical, and general manufacturing facilities.
• Strong understanding of architectural systems and construction techniques.
• Familiarity with applicable building and life safety codes.
• Working knowledge of engineering disciplines (structural, MEP) to support interdisciplinary coordination.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in master planning is preferred.

Hart Companies are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Employment with Hart Companies is contingent upon the successful completion of any required background checks, including but not limited to a driving record review and/or drug screening, depending on the nature of the project or client expectations.