Project Architect

STV is seeking a talented, detail-oriented Project Architect to join our Architecture practice in the Philadelphia office. This role is ideal for a technically strong architect who thrives on solving complex building envelope challenges and delivering high-quality design and documentation for significant building projects, including federal and higher education facilities.

Due to project requirements, U.S. citizenship is mandatory for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development of construction documents for building projects, with a special focus on high-performance exterior envelope design and detailing.
• Collaborate closely with Project Managers, Engineers, and other Architects to ensure coordinated, constructible solutions from concept through construction.
• Review shop drawings, respond to RFIs, and participate in site visits to verify that work meets design intent and technical standards.
• Support the project team in code compliance, material selection, and integration of sustainable design strategies where applicable.
• Assist in mentoring junior architectural staff and contribute to a collaborative studio environment.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders as needed to communicate technical solutions clearly and confidently.

Qualifications:

• Professional degree in Architecture; architectural license strongly preferred.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to federal project requirements.
• Minimum 812 years of experience as a practicing architect, including significant responsibility for exterior envelope design and detailing.
• Solid working knowledge of building codes, envelope systems, and constructability best practices.
• Experience with Higher Education projects is a strong plus.
• Proficiency with Revit/BIM workflows and industry-standard design tools.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Why STV:
Youll be part of a team that values quality, collaboration, and innovation. We offer a supportive environment to grow your technical expertise, tackle challenging projects, and make a tangible impact on our communities.

Compensation Range:

Dont meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

STV offers the following benefits Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (16 days) Paid Holidays (8 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STVs good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.