What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Architect position at WILSON ENGINEERS, LLC?
Department: Architecture
Location: Minden, NV
Wilson Engineers is an Arizona-based firm with a staff of more than 200 personnel specializing in residential architecture, water/wastewater engineering, and construction management services. We are dedicated to delivering ethical, reliable, high quality services to our clients based on innovation, while sustaining a challenging and rewarding work environment for our greatest assets, our employees.
We are seeking a visionary and detail-oriented Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, technical expertise, and a passion for innovative design to every project. From concept development to construction documentation, you’ll play a key role in shaping spaces that inspire and endure.
This position will be on-site, Monday - Friday in our Minden, NV or Reno, NV offices.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop design concepts and layouts for residential projects including high-end single-family homes, multi-family units, and renovations
- Create detailed drawings, plans, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit, Sketchup
- Collaborate with clients, engineers, and contractors to ensure design integrity and feasibility
- Conduct site visits and oversee construction to ensure compliance with design intent and building codes
- Prepare presentations and renderings for client meetings and public hearings
- Manage project timelines and budgets, ensuring milestones are met
- Research materials, building systems, and sustainability strategies
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
- Licensed Architect in Nevada or California (required)
- 5 years of professional experience in architectural design
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and other design tools
- Strong understanding of building codes, zoning laws, and construction methods
- Excellent communication, project management, and problem-solving skills
The comprehensive benefits plan offered by Wilson Engineers exceeds industry standards, and is aimed at meeting each employee's personal and professional expectations. Benefits include personal time off, paid holidays, medical, dental and vision coverage; plus a flexible spending plan and short and long-term disability. Wilson Engineers also helps in securing your financial future by offering 401k plans with employer matching.
Benefits plan offered to our full-time employees:
- Medical Plan
- Vision Plan
- Dental Plan
- Group Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
- Liberty Mutual Insurance
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- 401(K) Retirement Plan
- Section 125 Flexible Benefits Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Bonus
