At OBMI, we believe in creating environments that stand the test of time. For over 90 years, our team of architects, interior designers and landscape architects has been trusted by clients worldwide to design sustainable, well-crafted spaces. We are looking for talented, passionate designers to join our Bermuda office, where you will play a central role in turning vision into reality across our wide portfolio of high-end residential, hospitality, commercial office, and healthcare projects in the Bermuda market. The full-time positions below are open in our Bermuda studio.
As part of our multidisciplinary Bermuda team, you will have the opportunity to:
Work alongside a diverse group of design professionals in a multidisciplinary practice Take projects from first sketch through to final handover across the island. Move between sectors and scales, on both large and small projects and clients. Contribute to the culture of the tight-knit office, helping to develop standards and workflows. Continue developing your professional expertise, with support from senior leadership and colleagues
Architect:
RIBA, ARB, AIA or equivalent registration. Minimum 5 years’ post-registration experience, flexibility to move to Bermuda.
About the Role
As an Architect, you will lead projects through every phase, from design, permitting and approval through construction to occupancy, across a portfolio of high-end residential, renovation, and hospitality projects. You will drive your projects, bringing a deep understanding of the technical and practical aspects of design and construction, and working in line with AIA guidelines.
What You’ll Do
Lead projects through all phases, from concept and schematic design, permit and approval documentation, tender and construction through to occupancy. Hold quality control, programme and budget on your projects, and resource the team working on them. Coordinate the consultant team and hold them to the programme. Navigate local planning requirements and accessible design standards, and apply the international model codes and standards (IBC, IRC, ANSI A117.1, ADA, NFPA). Produce and present high-quality presentation material, and lead client meetings and presentations. Administer building contracts (preferably AIA) through construction, including site inspections, instructions, valuations and certification. Mentor architectural staff and technologists, and contribute to the standards the studio works to. Develop marketing leads and strategies alongside the senior leadership team, and build relationships with new clients.
Who We’re Looking For
RIBA, ARB, AIA or equivalent registration, with a minimum of 5 years’ post-registration experience. Proven experience leading projects through all stages, from Schematic Design to Construction Administration. Working knowledge of the international model codes and standards (IBC, IRC, ANSI A117.1, ADA, NFPA) Experience administering building contracts (AIA Suite preferred) and dealing directly with contractors on site. Strong proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD, Enscape or similar rendering platforms, together with MS Office and the Adobe Creative Suite, and the ability to generate high-quality presentations. Experience managing programme, budget and quality across several concurrent projects. A flexible, collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently as well as within a team A business-minded and proactive approach to business development and client relationships.
All positions are full-time, on-site roles based in our Bermuda studio, with the opportunity for temporary hybrid working arrangements.
Closing date: September 12, 2026
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