Architectural-Project Leader

Architectural Project Leader – Gaylord, Michigan

Company Description Sidock Group, Inc. is a full-service engineering and architecture firm that has been delivering innovative, efficient, and client-focused solutions for over 50 years. Known for technical excellence and sustainability, the firm provides forward-thinking designs across infrastructure, industrial, municipal, and commercial projects. A multidisciplinary team offers integrated engineering and architectural services, ensuring seamless collaboration and precise execution. Sidock Group is committed to solving complex challenges, building long-term client relationships, and shaping the built environment for future generations.

Role Description The Architectural Project Leader is a full-time, on-site role based in Gaylord, Michigan. This role oversees architectural projects from concept through completion, managing schedules, budgets, and coordination with internal teams, consultants, and clients. Daily responsibilities include directing the production of construction drawings, reviewing and processing submittals, ensuring design quality and code compliance, and supporting sustainable design objectives such as LEED certification when applicable. The Architectural Project Leader also leads project meetings, monitors progress, resolves design and coordination issues, and supports the firm’s standards for documentation, safety, and quality. This position contributes to mentoring project team members and maintaining strong client communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong project coordination skills, including scheduling, budgeting, task management, and communication.
• Candidates should possess architecture-related skills, including design development, familiarity with building codes, and experience overseeing construction documentation.
• Candidates should possess construction drawings expertise, including developing detailed plans, reviewing for accuracy, and coordinating with engineering disciplines.
• Candidates should possess submittal experience, including reviewing, tracking, and responding to contractor and vendor submissions.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture or a closely related field; professional licensure or progress toward licensure is preferred.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design and documentation tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, and related BIM software).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.
• Relevant experience in architectural project management for municipal, commercial and residential projects is highly beneficial.

Sidock Group offers an excellent benefit package including health, vision, dental and life insurance, medical and dependent care, flexible spending accounts, and 401(k) Tax-Deferred savings plan. Sidock Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to the following:

Bradley J. Butcher, AIA

757 South Wisconsin Avenue

Gaylord, MI 49735

[email protected]

Pay: $78,300.00 - $94,400.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person