Senior Project Architect (Hybrid)

Indianapolis, IN

At Browning Day, our portfolio spans a broad range of project types within civic, cultural, healthcare, higher education, faith-based, hospitality, mixed-use, preservation and reuse, sports and wellness, and the workplace. Our success is based on the client's vision coming to life and includes a team of Architects, Interior Designers, Landscape Architects, and support staff who play a part in solving complex design problems We are seeking a Mid to Senior Project Architect who will add their skills and creativity to our diverse projects.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Executing the overarching design of a project per the Browning Day design process.
  • Using technical knowledge, communication, and coordination skills to meet project requirements.
  • Mentoring the work of less experienced staff.
  • Participating in selected marketing and business development opportunities.
  • Coordinating the project quality, schedule, and performance with the other disciplines.
  • Responsible for maintaining positive client relationships throughout the project.
  • Advise on design schedule and consultant team makeup in conjunction with the Project Manager.
  • Coordinate programming efforts, including information gathering site analysis and site inventory of existing conditions, identifying opportunities and constraints.
  • Coordinate project schedules and budgeted hours and adjust during the design process.
  • Coordination of consultants, sub-consultants, other disciplines, and contractors. 
  • Correspond with internal staff, consultants, contractors and other disciplines, and contractors.
  • Assists with documentation and timely distribution of all meeting notes to the project team.
  • Promotes innovative design concepts which are practical, aesthetically pleasing, safe and code compliant, and meet the intended purpose of the project.
  • Incorporates and considers sustainable design solutions into all projects.
  • Select and specify appropriate materials and associated details.
  • Impact all phases of design, documentation, specifications, and construction administration.
  • Implements the QA/QC comments and design review at each phase of the project. 
  • Instrumental in the construction administration phase, responding to RFI’s, ASI’s, and shop drawings, and is involved in field site reviews and reports.
  • Implements Browning Day standards for all project deliverables, and processes.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills & Qualifications

  • Possess creative talent in communication of complex and diverse conceptual design ideas.
  • Foster mutual trust and confidence by developing relationships in a team environment.
  • Integral in guiding the internal team and external consultants working toward the common goal.
  • Knowledge of architectural finishes, lighting, signage, etc.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and provide high-quality service to clients.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and written.
  • Determine focus on design, building science, and/or management.
  • Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
  • Knowledge of all zoning, codes and ADA/FHA/accessibility requirements and applicable codes pertaining to site design considerations.
  • Ability to graphically communicate design concepts.
  • Prepares and conducts client presentations.
  • Proficiency in the following:
    • MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
    • Understand the capabilities of AutoCAD
    • Understand the capabilities of 3D rendering software (Lumion, etc.)
    • Preferred knowledge of Affinity Photo, Designer, and Publisher
  • Highly preferred: Sketchup and Revit
  • Satisfactory completion of a background screening.
  • A Licensed Architect (or complete within an agreed-upon timeline)
  • Typical professional experience: +10 years

Compensation & Benefits

  • Full-time position with a competitive salary and paid time off.
  • Comprehensive health, vision, dental and other supplemental insurance.
  • Company paid disability (long and short-term) and life insurance.
  • A 3% contribution to a 401k retirement plan with no vesting period.
  • Opportunity to earn an annual bonus.
  • Hybrid remote work environment with flexible schedule .
  • Chance to be a part of a creative and supportive team.


Browning Day believes that diversity drives innovation and collaboration. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, merit, and business needs.