Senior Project Architect

MJM Architects; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401k with matching

ESOP

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO & holidays

Professional development support

Employee ownership culture

Job summary

MJM Architects, Inc. in Nashville, TN is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead multiple small to midsize projects from kickoff through completion. You will own schedules, budgets, and coordination with clients and internal teams.

This role suits someone who enjoys taking ownership, strong documentation, and mentoring staff, with responsibility for project performance, quality, and profitability in a collaborative, employee‑owned firm.

Qualifications

• Ten+ years of professional architecture experience.
• Experience managing projects, scheduling, coordination, and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage multiple projects from kickoff to completion.
• Lead schedules and budgets while coordinating with clients and teams.
• Review construction documents and respond to RFIs and code comments.
• Mentor Project Coordinators and ensure QA standards.
• Prepare proposals and scopes of work as needed.

Skills

Project management

Client coordination

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

MS Office

Job description

Location: Nashville, TN | Employment Type: Full-Time | Experience Level: 10+ Years | Reports To: Vice Presidents / Associates

Who We Are

MJM Architects, Inc. is a national, employee-owned design firm that creates purposeful, engaging spaces where people work, live, shop, and play. Our integrated architecture, interior design, structural, and MEP engineering services support long-term partnerships with Fortune 500 clients and growing businesses alike.

100% Employee-Owned Company, we believe in investing in our people. That includes helping the next generation of architects gain the skills, experience, and mentorship to thrive in a collaborative, real-world setting.

MJM has professionals licensed in all 50 states and Ontario. Currently operating with a staff of 65 people and located in Nashville TN, MJM Architects provides a high energy work environment for emerging professionals.

Job Description

As we continue to grow and take on new projects, we have an immediate need for a Senior Project Architect to join our team and help lead multiple small to midsize projects from kickoff through completion.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys taking ownership, balancing several projects at once, and serving as the primary point of contact for both clients and internal teams. You'll lead schedules, budgets, and scope while staying closely involved in day-to-day coordination, communication, and documentation to keep projects moving smoothly.

Project Architects here are trusted with meaningful responsibility and play an active role in overall project performance, ensuring each job is delivered successfully, profitably, and in alignment with our firm's values.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage work to deliver projects efficiently and effectively, maintaining high productivity and adhering to company culture, goals, policies, and procedures
• Lead due diligence, design, construction documents, and construction administration through completion within budget and schedule, preparing code reviews, COMchecks, and other required documentation to support design and permitting
• Develop and maintain project schedules, coordinating staffing needs with VPs/Associates and communicating challenges or client-driven changes to their supervisor
• Manage and mentor assigned Project Coordinators as applicable
• Serve as the primary point of contact and coordination with clients and consultants regarding scope, schedule, delivery, and quality, responding promptly to communications
• Issue deliverables to clients, landlords, and vendors; manage bidding and permitting; and respond to RFIs and code comments
• Conduct building surveys, site visits, and issue reports as appropriate to the project type
• Review shop drawings and submittals during construction
• Identify change requests from clients or consultants, review with the supervisor, and prepare Additional Service Requests for approval
• Maintain quality assurance standards to promote consistency, best practices, and client satisfaction, proactively escalating any issues beyond authority to a supervisor
• Assist with preparation of proposals, scopes of work, and project schedules as needed

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of professional experience in architecture or related AEC practice
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• Licensure strongly preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing projects, including scheduling, coordination, and delivery responsibilities
• Strong technical knowledge with experience in code review, construction document production, quality control, and construction administration
• Ability to work independently on construction documents with strong organization and self-management skills
• Effective problem-solving skills and sound technical judgment
• Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Microsoft Office Suite, or similar project tools

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits based on qualifications and experience
• Profit Sharing issued quarterly to full-time employees
• 401k with matching contribution available to full-time employees
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Professional Development support (licensure, mentoring, community involvement)
• A small-team environment with direct responsibility, minimal bureaucracy, and opportunities for rapid technical growth

Professional Growth at MJM

• NCARB AXP support and exam reimbursement
• Continuing Education funding and support
• Leadership and Project Management development opportunities
• Participation in our Employee Ownership and firm-wide initiative