Job Title: Architect
Location: Milwaukee, WI
About the Role
We are seeking a talented and collaborative Architect to join our growing team. This individual will play a key role in the design and development of projects, with the potential to serve as a Lead Architect for the design team. The ideal candidate is someone who understands how to balance creativity with practicality—producing thoughtful designs that meet client goals while remaining efficient, code-compliant, and buildable.
This role offers the opportunity to work closely with project teams and owners throughout the design process, from early concept discussions through completed construction documents.
Key Responsibilities
Participate in and potentially lead architectural design efforts for commercial projects
Meet with owners and stakeholders to understand project goals and develop initial design concepts
Translate client needs into conceptual sketches and schematic designs
Develop and complete detailed construction drawings and documentation
Ensure designs comply with applicable building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements
Collaborate closely with internal design, preconstruction, and construction teams in a design-build environment
Maintain a practical approach to design that avoids unnecessary over-design while delivering high-quality solutions
Support project teams through the design development and documentation phases
Qualifications
Professional experience as an Architect with the ability to lead or support a design team
Experience working in a design-build environment preferred
Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and code compliance
Ability to meet directly with owners and guide early design conversations
Skilled at conceptualizing ideas through sketching and early design development
Highly detail-oriented with the ability to complete comprehensive drawing sets
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000, depending on experience
Opportunity to play a key role in shaping project designs and potentially leading a design team
Collaborative work environment with strong project teams
Contact me directly to learn more about the role. All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL. Samantha.Solomon@GoGpac.com / 605.277.3881
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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