Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, nearly 12,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, the oldest and one of the largest cooperative education programs, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals $2 billion.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service.  We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.   

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 10–14% of your salary.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary up to $94,000 annually based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html

UC is an E-Verify employer.  If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal.  We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites.   For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full - Time
Professionals
Cincinnati, OH, US

Salary Range:$104,551.00 To $130,689.00 Annually

Help us shape the next generation of public parks and spaces. As the Director of Site & Facility Development, you will lead the design and construction of parks, buildings, and infrastructure to serve our community today and for decades to come. This role calls for an experienced leader with a keen eye for design excellence, a collaborative approach to team-building, and the ability to guide complex capital projects from concept to completion.

Great Parks builds and cares for places where our guests make precious memories. If you’re driven to leave a lasting legacy through impactful site and facility development, we want to hear from you.

At Great Parks, our team members work together to preserve and protect natural resources and to provide outdoor recreation and education in order to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. Be a part of an inclusive organization that enriches the region by inspiring nature-based experiences, celebrating cultural heritage and building strong and healthy communities through our dedicated staff, volunteers, and friends. 

Please provide a cover letter along with your resume. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides leadership, development and an effective system of accountability to the Site and Facility Development team. Manages in accordance with delegated authority, and Great Parks’ policies, applicable laws, and regulations. 

Responsible for recruiting talent and monitoring performance of the Site and Facility Development team. Manages various employee levels and makes strategic staffing decisions in consultation with supervisor and advisement by Employee Services. Delegates job responsibilities, maintains effective organizational communications, and consistently follows sound management principles and practices. Holds team members accountable for deliverables that align with the strategic direction of the division. Provides clear direction and direct feedback, as well as development opportunities, to team members. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the agency’s practices, policies, and applicable laws. Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates performance of assigned staff. 

Establishes priorities, performance requirements, and professional development targets that are connected to the agency’s goals, objectives and initiatives. Regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development. Provides recommendations related to hiring, compensation and other rewards to recognize performance. Takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination when required, to address performance deficiencies in coordination with Human Resources.

Maintains responsibility for the timely and effective accomplishment of assigned strategic goals in accordance with Great Parks’ Comprehensive Master Plan (CMP), Park & Facility Master Plan (PFMP), strategic plans and initiatives, including the  quality, timeliness, and budgets of assigned architectural, engineering, landscape architectural improvement projects. Leads cross-divisional planning efforts and champions interagency collaboration to deliver regionally impactful park and facility initiatives Manages the capital improvement process for projects delivered within the  Department including priorities, budget, design, workflows, construction and construction scheduling and assigning project management responsibilities..

Develops project design goals and creative vision for confirmation with senior leadership.

Establishes community engagement goals and methods for capital improvement projects. Tracks goals and maintains feedback loop on progress.

Ensures aesthetic and experiential qualities of works are consistent with Great Parks’ identity, brand, and placemaking strategies.

Ensures works are consistent with sustainability, accessibility, and other organizational goals and policies.

Develops and oversees the site and facility development grant strategy, in coordination with the Grants Manager.

Manages relationships with external partners. Ensures coordination with other leaders for high-level advocacy.

Maintains responsibility for management and coordination of contractors and consultants to ensure the highest quality of capital improvements, appropriate legal bidding process, and appropriate expenditure of funds. Oversees selection of consultants to ensure selection of most qualified team per project objectives and in accordance with Great Parks’ master plan, strategic plan, policies, and requirements.

Recommends expenditures on capital projects based upon approved budget. Develops budget requests based upon project cost estimates. Approves purchasing requests. 

Develops and implements departmental expenditure budgets and maintains responsibility for monitoring and controlling expenditures within approved budget.  

Advocates with regional partners and jurisdictions to build and leverage strategic partnerships and pursue funding and other opportunities.

Drives equitable access through department procedures and planning and design decisions.

Makes formal presentations and speaks before groups concerning park planning and development.

May lead select high-priority projects as needed, but typically focuses on portfolio oversight, strategic alignment, and division-wide leadership.

Performs job duties in accordance with Great Parks’ policies, procedures, and performance expectations.

Maintains confidentiality of confidential and sensitive information.  

Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance and works outside of normal schedule as required.   

Performs other job duties as assigned.  

QUALIFICATIONS 

A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Landscape Architecture or related field is required.

A minimum of five years of progressive design and/or project delivery experience is required.

A minimum of five years of experience managing a team and leading people, including holding team members accountable for outcomes and deliverables, is required.

Experience in public project design and/or delivery is preferred.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

State Driver License that meets current GPHC carrier guidelines.

We offer an excellent benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance; paid vacation, 11 holidays and sick time; enrollment in Ohio Public Employees Retirement System and free or discounted use of many Great Parks of Hamilton County recreational activities.

Great Parks is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or any other classification protected under applicable law.

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Garmann Miller, a Best Firm to Work in the U.S., has an immediate opening for a full-time senior project manager/project architect.

Desired experience/skills:

• Minimum of 20 years of experience (education, municipal, healthcare and/or commercial architecture preferred)
• Professional degree in architecture

• Architectural/design background and proficiency in the Revit building information modeling BIM platform
• Understanding construction contracts and general conditions of construction projects

• Well-rounded experience in all phases of design, construction documentation, codes, specifications, and construction administration
• Drawing skills and knowledge of construction techniques/detailing
• Experience with building and zoning codes
• Ability to be a point person with clients and a team leader

Complete benefits package and pay commensurate with experience. Garmann Miller is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified and interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to Rebecca Backs at careers@creategm.com.

Garmann Miller, an award-winning, national top 50 K-12 design firm, has immediate openings for a full-time Project Manager. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5-10 years of experience and will be responsible for coordinating and communicating project needs with the design team and clients.

Preferred skills include an architectural/design background and proficiency in the Revit building information modeling (BIM platform. Experience with construction contracts, innovative problem solving, good communication and management skills also are desired.

Garmann Miller earns Best Firms to Work For in the U.S. honors annually. This honor is awarded to a firm that inspires its teams to perform at the highest levels and creates an environment where people feel valued.

Desired experience/skills:

• Professional degree in architecture, engineering or construction management preferred
• Minimum of 5-10 years of experience (education, municipal, healthcare and/or commercial architecture preferred)
• Well-rounded experience in all phases of design, construction documentation, codes, specifications and construction administration
• Drawing skills and knowledge of construction techniques/detailing
• Understanding of construction contracts and general conditions of construction projects
• Experience with building and zoning codes
• Ability to be a point person with clients and a team leader

Complete benefits package and pay commensurate with experience. Garmann Miller is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified and interested individuals should submit a resume, references and cover letter to Rebecca Backs (careers@creategm.com)

PWWG Architects is seeking a Full-Time Project Architect / Project Manager to join our office in Cincinnati!

We seek creative, enthusiastic, inquisitive individuals who are looking to work directly with clients and manage projects in a team atmosphere.

What we need from you…

• B.S. Arch or B. Arch/M.Arch degree
• 5-10 years of experience in all phases of design, from schematic design through construction documentation and close-out
• A strong design portfolio
• Demonstrated experience on projects of various scales
• Extensive experience with Revit required
• Proficiency with Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office required
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite beneficial
• Professional Licensure preferred
• Strong design orientation and organizational skills
• Able to lead and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
• Possess superior communication and time-management, collaborative skills, and mentoring capabilities
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively through drawing, rendering, and written documentation with team members, clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Ability to travel to job sites / meetings as needed, sometimes overnight

What we can offer you…

• Negotiable Salary based on experience level
• Current Hybrid Work Schedule (3 days in the office / 2 days work from home)
• Flexible Schedule with core hours 9AM-4PM
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays including a Floating Holiday
• Paid New Parent Leave
• Health / Dental Insurance
• 401K Plan with generous match
• Regular Profit Sharing
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• In-Office Business Casual Dress Code
• Yearly Performance Reviews
• Bonus Opportunities based on performance
• Continuing Education Financial Support
• Monthly social company functions
• Lunch and Learn opportunities (Internal and External)
• Full-staff Monday Morning Virtual Huddles
• Three-member ownership group accessible to team members and involved directly in projects

About Us

• PWWG Architects was founded in 1975
• Based in Pittsburgh, PA with a satellite office in Cincinnati
• Award-winning, medium-sized firm of 22 employees
• We specialize in historic restoration, multi-family housing, higher education, and a variety of projects for cultural institutions including theaters, museums, and hotels.
• We are an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture.

If you feel you would make a great addition to our team, please send your resume with references, cover letter, and work samples to humanresources@pwwgarch.com.

For a deeper look into PWWG, check out our Instagram (@pwwgarch) and our website (pwwgarch.com).

Job Summary:
MKC Architects is seeking a highly experienced Senior Architect and Studio Director. This role involves leading the planning, design, and execution of MKC projects from concept to completion. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in K-12 school design, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of building codes, accessibility requirements, learning environment best practices, and oversees all aspects of studio operations, including team leadership, project management, and creative direction, ensuring successful project delivery and maintaining high quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Design & Project Leadership:

• Lead the design and development of MKC projects.
• Develop and present conceptual designs, detailed architectural drawings, and 3D models for review by stakeholders.
• Collaborate with school administrators, district officials, and user groups to create spaces that enhance student learning and well-being.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes, ADA requirements, and school design standards.
• Incorporate sustainable and energy-efficient design principles to support long-term cost savings and environmental responsibility.
  Project Management & Coordination:
• Oversee all phases of project development, from feasibility studies and programming to construction administration.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, and contractors to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
• Manage project budgets and schedules, balancing design excellence with cost efficiency.
• Review and approve construction documents, specifications, and material selections.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure design intent is met during construction.
  Client & Team Collaboration:
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships .
• Lead design charrettes and stakeholder meetings, incorporating feedback into project development.
• Mentor junior architects and designers, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
  Qualifications:
• Education: Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• Licensed Architect: (RA) required. LEED AP or WELL Accreditation is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum 8+ years of architectural experience, with a strong portfolio in K-12 school design.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other industry-standard software.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of educational facility planning, safety and security requirements, and sustainable design practices.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  Why Join Us?
• Opportunity to design and impact the future of where we live, learn, and think.
• Collaborative, casual, and dynamic work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including professional development opportunities.
  If you are a visionary architect with a passion for creating inspiring educational spaces, we encourage you to apply at www.mkcinc.com/career or email us at info@mkcinc.com.

MKC Architects has an opening for Project Manager in Columbus, Ohio. We are seeking applicants with 7+ years professional experience with a design & technical focus responsible for significant project activities. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate comprehensive thinking and management skills for delivering public and private architectural projects. We seek a Project Manager who is organized, can provide project delivery direction, and manage multiple projects from conception to completion. He/she is responsible to ensure the program, design, and implementation meet governing codes, regulations, and company standards. Candidates need to be able to work in a collaborative, fast-paced and fun office that has a casual culture with a team approach.
MKC believes in practiced-based research, which enforces our core values that date back to Greek thinking: diálogos // poiesis // alētheia. Diálogos is manifesting reason through conversation // poiesis is the activity in making that which does not exist // alētheia is revealing truth. We achieve these goals through direct interaction with clients, which affords an altogether new approach derivative of the interaction itself. Architecture deserves a detailed study not only as an object, but also as a component participant of an exceedingly diverse place through time. Architecture, along with the humans who cohabitate it, form a larger environment distinct from mere world. Buildings are the object, the stone, brick, mortar: architecture is the place of experience within the larger social context of the environment. This is practice-based research.
Incumbent Responsibilities:

• Team with architects and engineers delivering all phases of architectural projects
• Confidently interact with clients
• Oversee the development of design teams, both internal and external
• Use current software platforms (Revit) to develop contract documents
• Master’s Degree or other professional degree in Architecture (i.e. 5—year Bachelors of Architecture)
• Licensing as a registered architect
• Minimum seven years of architectural work experience
• Creativity desired - passion a must.
  
  To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and work samples. [info@mkcinc.com]

This is a position for an individual who is organized and can lead projects
from conception to completion. He/she is responsible to ensure the design,
specifications, and construction documents meet governing codes, regulations,
company standards and standards of the industry. Working literacy and capability
in Revit is required. Candidates need to be able to work in an office that has a
casual culture with a team approach. The successful candidate will be a thinker/
doer/manager, charged with leading the project and undertaking tasks associated
with the full range of architectural project delivery, including participating in and/or
leading project teams of 1-3 members, coordinating with consultants and managing
many areas of project delivery, from conceptual design through construction. He/
she will assist to in the production of programming documents, concept design
presentations, and construction documents.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Confidently interact with other team members
• Team with architects and engineers delivering all phases of architectural projects
• Manage multiple project tasks at any given time
• Develop concept design presentations for a variety of projects
• Use current software platforms (Revit) to develop contract documents
• Undertake more complex project delivery tasks as project requires
• Lead project teams in the development of projects
• Lead / Coordinate with consultants or clients on various project related tasks

MKC Architects has multiple immediate openings for a Project Architect in Columbus, Ohio. We are seeking applicants with 5+ years professional experience and has a design & technical focus responsible for significant project activities. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving creativity while preparing documentation for delivering public and private architectural projects. We seek a Project Architect who is organized, can provide technical direction, and leads multiple projects from conception to completion. He/she is responsible to ensure the design, specifications, and construction documents meet governing codes, regulations, company standards and standards of the industry. Candidates need to be able to work in a collaborative, fast-paced and fun office that has a casual culture with a team approach.
MKC believes in practiced-based research, which enforces our core values that date back to Greek thinking: diálogos // poiesis // alētheia. Diálogos is manifesting reason through conversation // poiesis is the activity in making that which does not exist // alētheia is revealing truth. We achieve these goals through direct interaction with clients, which affords an altogether new approach derivative of the interaction itself. Architecture deserves a detailed study not only as an object, but also as a component participant of an exceedingly diverse place through time. Architecture, along with the humans who cohabitate it, form a larger environment distinct from mere world. Buildings are the object, the stone, brick, mortar: architecture is the place of experience within the larger social context of the environment. This is practice-based research.
Incumbent Responsibilities:

• Be a thinker / doer / manager
• Team with architects and engineers delivering all phases of architectural projects
• Confidently interact with clients
• Develop contract documents and provide construction administration
• Use current software platforms (Revit) to develop contract documents
• Undertake more complex project delivery tasks as project requires Desired Skills and Experience
• Master’s Degree or other professional degree in Architecture (i.e. 5—year Bachelors of Architecture)
• Licensing as a registered architect, or almost complete with licensure.
• Minimum five years of architectural work experience
• Experience with AutoCAD and Revit software required
• Creativity desired - passion a must.
  
  To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and work samples. [info@mkcinc.com]

DesignLeveL is Hiring an Experienced Project Architect for Our Growing Firm!

We need an experienced project architect to add to our amazing team, because simply, there are not enough of us to go around! Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 15 years’ experience with a Master of Architecture degree and proficient Revit skills. We need team members that bring value to our organization and provide the level of project delivery that DesignLeveL is known for. Our aim is to exercise balance, harnessing creativity and critical thinking to better the world.

Is this You?

• You are a purpose driven, talented project architect and team leader with a winning track record of successful projects executed in a team-oriented environment.
• You are a detail-oriented problem solver that wants to be involved in projects from conception to construction close out.
• You have an acute understanding of the value in writing good specifications.
• You are confident when leading teams, mentoring others, encountering challenges, and managing projects.
• You are a self-starter who is enthusiastic, ambitious, engaging, intelligent and results oriented. A seasoned player with a high level of integrity, and the desire to work directly with clients, consultants, and colleagues.
• You thrive in environments where you can lead meetings and are passionate about mentoring those less experienced.
• You believe in yourself and your ability to craft and communicate larger project concepts to your team.
• You grasp things of importance quickly and communicate them to others effectively, maintaining a positive and encouraging manner.
• You set big goals, are driven and laser focused to achieve them every day while helping others on your team to do the same.
• You have the ability to be involved in all aspects of the business including business development opportunities, marketing efforts, and participation in industry organizations and events.
• You know that nothing else happens until a well-conceived and executable project plan is made. You are tenacious about planning, follow-up, communication, and execution.
• You cannot help but connect dots and see both opportunities and challenges others miss.
• You are assertive, creative and have high emotional intelligence. Having both exceptional relationship building and communication skills allows you to engender trust and build results driven teams.
• You realize that some days you just need to dig in and get the job done.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading projects through all phases conception through to close out services, including, fit-out planning, equipment planning, and casework planning.
• Complete and thorough project documentation through all phases.
• Working with the project team, clients, consultants, and other responsible parties to ensure the project is within budget.
• Taking meetings with municipal building departments and other governing agencies to coordinate project approval or variances as needed.
• Leading meetings, with internal or external partners, pertaining to all aspects of project execution.
• Consistently reviewing work in progress, and communicating needs, concerns, and feedback to the project team.
• Supervising the preparation of technical drawings by less senior level architects or technicians.
• Ensuring the construction details and documentation conform to quality assurance, quality control, and best practice standards.
• Leading construction administration efforts.
• Cultivating and maintaining excellent relationships with new and existing clients.
• Attending conferences and seminars as requested.
• Contributing to marketing and business development efforts.

Your experience includes:

• Comprehensive knowledge of all phases of project development and documentation.
• You are a registered, licensed architect.
• A Master of Architecture degree.
• A minimum of 15 years’ industry experience.
• You are fully proficient in Revit.
• You are familiar with AutoCAD.
• The capability to meet industry guidelines, local, state, and federal codes in the execution of your work.

This position offers:
Salary, Paid Time Off, Bonus Opportunities, 401(k). Optional Medical, Dental, and Vision.

This position type is:
Full-Time, On site, Monday through Friday with flexible hours.

Job Location:
Worthington, Ohio

DesignLeveL is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the practice of equality in employment for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or military veteran status.

Submit cover letter, resume and portfolio samples, with indication of your role on the projects submitted, via email only --- combined size NOT to exceed 15MB. Thank you for your interest.
Email: info@DesignLeveLarchitecture.com

DesignLeveL is architecture balanced.