Senior Project Architect

Nelsen Partners | Architects & Planners; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance

Weekly flexibility with work hours

Professional development opportunities

Team diversity and engagement

Competitive compensation

Paid parking/transit

Flexible work hours

Professional development

Mentorship

Diversity & engagement

Job summary

A design-focused architecture and planning firm in Austin is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead the technical design of major commercial projects. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in commercial design, strong team collaboration skills, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, and other software. This role offers competitive benefits including medical insurance, 401k matching, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial design experience, preferably in Hospitality, Mixed-Use, or Multifamily projects.
• Advanced knowledge in building systems, codes, and construction methods.
• Professional Licensure preferred but not required.
• Strong design fundamentals and communication skills.
• Presentation skills to clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Team-oriented, collaborative in a high-energy environment.
• Software proficiency: Revit, BIM 360, AutoCAD, Bluebeam.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design aspects of commercial projects.
• Communicate and collaborate with multi-disciplinary design teams.
• Develop and complete organized construction documentation.
• Champion quality assurance practices.
• Present technical design solutions to clients and stakeholders.
• Support staff development and professional growth.
• Uphold commitment to exceptional client service.

Skills

Commercial design experience

Team-oriented

Strong design fundamentals

Engaging communication skills

10+ years experience

Presentation skills

Tools

Revit

BIM 360

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Job description

Nelsen Partners, a design-focused architecture and planning firm, is seeking qualified professionals to join its Austin, TX studio.Nelsen Partners is distinguished by the quality of its work, the passion of its design teams, and its dedication to its clients. Please visit us athttp://www.nelsenpartners.comto learn more about our firm, culture, and award-winning projects.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are looking for a talented and dedicatedSenior Project Architectto provide leadership in the technical design and documentation of large and complex commercial projects.The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise in our Austin studio, delivering high-quality design documents, and ensuring a high standard of service to our clients.The core responsibilities include:

• Lead the technical design aspects of commercial projects, including investigating, evaluating, and recommending design solutions
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure project design intent with sound solutions
• Develop and complete efficient and organized construction documentation
• Champion quality assurance practices
• Effectively present technical design solutions and strategies to clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for professional growth and the development of staff
• Uphold our commitment to exceptional client service

REQUIREMENTS

• Professional Licensure– preferred, but not required
• Experience– 10+ years of commercial design experience in Hospitality, Mixed-Use, Retail, and/or Multifamily Residential projects; Contract Administration experience is preferred, but not required
• Technical Expertise– advanced knowledge in building systems, building science, codes, and construction methods
• Design Skills–strong design fundamentals and communication skills
• Presentation Skills– engaging, dynamic communicator with both internal teams and clients/consultants
• Team-oriented– successful collaborator in a high-energy team environment
• Software Proficiency– Revit, BIM 360, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Comprehensive benefits –Medical/dental/vision insurance; 401k matching; paid time off + closed week between Christmas and New Year’s; paid parental leave; license/AIA membership reimbursement; paid parking/transit; etc.
• Flexibility–Weekly flex-time opportunities including alternative daily work hours and a compressed work week option
• Professional development & growth – Knowledge building, continuing education opportunities, and project-level mentorship
• Team diversity & engagement – 80+ talented professionals across both studios and growing, with frequent opportunities for collaboration and socializing
• Competitive compensation

CONTACT

Interested and qualified professionals, please email a PDF of your resume and portfolio (no larger than 10mb) to [e-mail].

Nelsen Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.