Project Architect, Project Manager

Cuningham

Project Architect or Project Manager at Cuningham, leading design solutions on diverse projects. Focus on healthcare and other sectors with a growth-oriented, collaborative team.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $145,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading design solutions and documentation for small to medium-scale projects, with a strong focus on healthcare design and a commitment to quality assurance and client communication. Exhibits collaborative leadership and mentorship skills while championing sustainable design practices.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Licensed Architect6+ Years Experience in Design and DocumentationHealthcare Design ExperienceCode Review and Building Envelope SystemsQuality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

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Hard Skills

Design SolutionsConstruction DocumentationCode ReviewBuilding Envelope SystemsRegenerative DesignProject Risk IdentificationContract Document PreparationConstruction AdministrationSite ObservationsTechnical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipMentorshipClient CommunicationEmpathyRespect

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Architect

Industry Keywords

Healthcare DesignSmall to Medium-Scale ProjectsQuality ControlProject ManagementConsultant Coordination

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead design solutions, coordination, and production across small to medium-scale projects, through all phases, in a collaborative, iterative process.
Partner with the Project Manager to build a high-performing team and support member growth through thoughtful task assignment and mentorship.
Lead client communication, managing expectations, and providing clear, bi-directional feedback.
Champion regenerative design approaches that benefit the built, social, and natural environments.
Coordinate with consultants and contractors to drive strong design outcomes.
Identify project risks early and raise concerns with the Project Manager and Project Executive.
Lead code review, envelope system design, and resolution of complex code conditions.
Own the QA/QC process and ensure a complete, quality set of contract documents.
Lead coordination with the specs team and communication with the local AHJ.
Support construction administration, site observations, and verifications.
Contribute to project pursuits, including proposals, interviews, and related content.
Maintain responsible control over submissions requiring your seal.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Licensed Architect (or actively pursuing licensure)
6+ years of experience leading design and documentation on small to medium-scale projects.
Healthcare design experience, or strong interest in growing into the healthcare market, along with flexibility to work across other sectors.
A naturally curious problem solver who enjoys learning new things and finding better ways to work.
Someone who takes pride in the details and thrives on solving difficult technical challenges.
Solid technical grounding in code review, building envelope systems, and construction documentation, with the judgment to balance bold ideas with what is realistic, feasible, sustainable, and durable.
A collaborative leader who shares knowledge, mentors others, and helps raise the bar for the whole team.
Someone who shows up with respect, empathy, and genuine commitment to teammates and clients alike.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
an employee wellness program
life and disability insurance
401k retirement savings plan
paid holidays
paid time off