About Us

Design Resources Group Architects (DRG Architects) is a respected architectural practice known for shaping thoughtful, resilient, and community-centered spaces across the public sector. With a growing portfolio of justice-related and civic architecture, we are committed to design excellence and meaningful impact. As we expand our practice, we are seeking a Senior Project Architect with specialized expertise in correctional facility design to join our leadership team in our Philadelphia office.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the design and technical lead for correctional and justice facility projects across the region
• Collaborate closely with clients, government agencies, and consultants to deliver secure, functional, and human-centered environments
• Direct the development of construction documents, ensuring full compliance with relevant codes, accessibility standards (ADA), and correctional facility guidelines
• Provide oversight during bidding and construction phases, supporting quality assurance and field coordination
• Lead internal design charrettes and mentor emerging professionals within a collaborative studio culture
• Contribute to project scheduling, budgeting, and strategic planning alongside firm leadership

Required Qualifications

• Active U.S. architectural license (New Jersey / PA and or NY license preferred)
• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience, including at least 5 years focused on correctional or detention facility design
• Strong command of Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Expertise in building systems, detailing, and construction documentation
• Familiarity with public procurement processes and design-build delivery models
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills