What are the responsibilities and job description for the Remote Architect (Hourly) – Renovations & New Construction position at PRM Design Solutions?
We are seeking an experienced Remote Architect to join our growing design team on an hourly contract basis. This role focuses on commercial renovations, tenant improvements, adaptive reuse, and ground-up building design. You’ll work closely with our integrated architectural and engineering team to deliver high-quality permit and construction documents for projects throughout the United States.
This position is 100% remote with flexible hours. Candidates must be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and proficient in Revit with experience coordinating multidisciplinary projects.
Responsibilities
* Develop architectural designs from concept through construction documents.
* Produce permit-ready drawing sets using Autodesk Revit.
* Design commercial renovations, tenant improvements, additions, and new construction projects.
* Coordinate with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineers.
* Research and apply building codes, zoning requirements, ADA, and life safety codes.
* Respond to plan review comments from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
* Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project managers remotely.
* Review submittals, RFIs, and shop drawings during construction.
* Perform quality control reviews to ensure drawing accuracy and completeness.
* Support value engineering and constructability reviews.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture.
* Licensed Architect preferred; experienced architectural designers will also be considered.
* Minimum 5 years of commercial architectural experience.
* Expert proficiency in Autodesk Revit (required).
* Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office.
* Strong understanding of IBC, ADA, NFPA, and commercial building codes.
* Experience with restaurants, retail, office, healthcare, hospitality, industrial, and multifamily projects.
* Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills.
* Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience with adaptive reuse and renovation projects.
* Ground-up commercial building design.
* Construction administration experience.
* BIM coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.
* Design-build project experience.
What We Offer
* 100% Remote Position
* Flexible hourly schedule.
* Long-term project opportunities.
* Diverse portfolio of commercial and multifamily work.
* Collaborative team of architects and engineers.
* Opportunity to contribute to projects from concept through construction.
Job Type: Hourly Contract (1099 preferred)
Location: Remote (U.S. applicants only)
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience, qualifications, and Revit proficiency.