Senior Project Architect

American Institute of Architecture Students; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Licensure reimbursement

Bonus upon licensure

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

American Institute of Architecture Students in Boston, MA seeks a Senior Project Architect to lead complex projects from inception through construction. The role emphasizes coordination with multidisciplinary teams, robust technical detailing, and strong client interaction for long-term ventures.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of professional experience, a degree in architecture, and licensure progression.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional architectural experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex architectural projects across multiple phases.
• Oversee construction documents, technical detailing, and project deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients and multidisciplinary consultant teams.
• Lead and mentor project teams of approximately 2–5 people.
• Participate in client meetings and communicate technical solutions.
• Support projects through Construction Administration, including RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews and ensure compliance with building codes and ADA requirements.
• Participate in local site visits throughout the Boston area.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team coordination

Construction Admin

Detailing

Site coordination

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Job description

Senior Project Architect | Boston, MA

A well-established, award-winning architecture firm in Boston is seeking a Senior Project Architect to join its growing team. The firm is supporting high-profile aviation, infrastructure, and public-sector projects throughout the Boston area.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced architect who enjoys technically complex, long-term projects and wants to take on greater project and team leadership. Current work includes a mix of ground-up construction and renovations, with projects often spanning 2–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex architectural projects across multiple phases
• Oversee construction documents, technical detailing, and project deliverables
• Coordinate with clients and multidisciplinary consultant teams
• Lead and mentor project teams of approximately 2–5 people
• Participate in client meetings and communicate technical solutions
• Support projects through Construction Administration, including RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings
• Conduct QA/QC reviews and ensure compliance with building codes and ADA requirements
• Participate in local site visits throughout the Boston area

Qualifications

• Approximately 10+ years of professional architectural experience preferred
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
• Licensed Architect or actively pursuing licensure preferred
• Strong proficiency in Revit
• Strong technical documentation and detailing experience
• Construction Administration experience
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Infrastructure, aviation, transportation, or public-sector experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• High-profile, long-term aviation and public infrastructure projects
• Mix of ground-up and renovation work
• Strong pipeline of newly awarded projects
• Opportunity for meaningful project and team leadership
• All projects and site visits local to the Boston area
• Hybrid schedule – 4 days in office / 1 day remote
• Strong professional development and licensure support
• Architectural exam reimbursement and bonus upon completing licensure
• Performance/profitability bonus potential