Project Architect

As an international architectural firm, UNStudio is active in the broadest fields of architecture. Our project portfolio covers every aspect of architecture, ranging from small- to large-scale projects, research and theory. The atmosphere within each of our offices is international, multidisciplinary, design-oriented and ambitious, but also open, non-hierarchical, team-based and friendly, with attention to personal well-being, knowledge development, and career planning.

We are seeking a Project Architect with strong technical expertise and coordination skills to lead architectural design and engineering integration across all project phases, from Concept Design to Detailed Design. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing multidisciplinary coordination, stakeholder engagement, and technical planning to ensure design excellence and project efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Architectural Design & Technical Oversight

   • Participate in the architectural development from concept through detailed design, ensuring technical feasibility and compliance with project objectives.
   • Develop and review architectural drawings, technical specifications, and material selections.
   • Ensure designs align with building codes, local regulations, and international best practices.
   • Develop efficient space planning strategies that optimize functionality, circulation, and aesthetics.
   • Analyze and implement zoning, accessibility, and safety regulations into spatial layouts.
   • Prepare test fits, massing studies, and layout optimizations based on client needs and technical constraints.

2. Engineering & Multidisciplinary Coordination

   • Coordinate effectively with structural, MEP, and civil engineers, integrating their inputs into the architectural design.
   • Facilitate technical workshops and coordination meetings to resolve design challenges.
   • Manage and review consultant deliverables, ensuring alignment with project timelines and quality standards.

3. Stakeholder & Client Engagement

   • Present design solutions to internal and external stakeholders, incorporating feedback into the development process.

4. Planning & Project Management

   • Monitor design progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
   • Ensure documentation is clear, well-structured, and aligned with project milestones.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited university.
• 5+ years of experience in architectural design and project coordination.
• Strong technical knowledge of building systems, construction methods, and engineering disciplines.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Rhino, and BIM workflows.
• Familiarity with local building codes, international standards (IBC, BS, LEED, etc.), and authority approvals.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to manage stakeholders and coordinate across disciplines.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining design integrity and technical precision.

We look forward to receiving your C.V./resume + portfolio. Please don't apply to this position if you don't match the above requirements.

When you work at UNStudio

• You have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projects.
• You are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment.
• Research is an integrated and valued part of your daily work.
• You have the opportunity to initiate and develop research projects with external companies and institutions.
• Your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is ranked highest.
• You work in a young international team that is highly ambitious, collegial and social, made up of recently graduated architects, experienced senior architects and everything in-between.
• You design through discovery, and learn on the job.
• You get as much creative freedom as you are willing to take.
• You find yourself in a responsible position as soon as you are ready.
• Our annual Summer and Winter Events have become legendary.
• You have 27 annual holidays, with a holiday allowance in addition to your annual salary.