Senior Project Architect & Design Leader

NBBJ Design; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NBBJ Boston is seeking a Project Architect/Manager to lead the design, documentation and planning of complex projects from concept through construction, as part of a fully integrated design studio.

You will coordinate with architects, interior designers and PMs, manage proposals and contracts, and ensure technical accuracy and regulatory adherence.

The role is based in the United States with a base pay between $110,000 and $120,000, reflecting experience and market norms for this senior position.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of experience in architectural design and documentation.
• Excellence in design and innovation.
• Experience from design development through construction administration.
• Strong verbal and graphic communication, client relations, and collaboration in diverse teams.
• Experience with interior documentation and detailing, including casework detailing.
• Strong Revit proficiency.
• Licensure or progress toward licensure encouraged.
• LEED accreditation encouraged.
• LEAN concepts encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead the technical design and documentation of projects at various scales.
• Participate in client presentations and coordination with OPMs.
• Ensure documents meet building codes, life safety standards, and regulatory guidelines with emphasis on accuracy.
• Coordinate with interior, MEP, and structural disciplines through design and documentation phases.
• Collaborate with Architects, Interior Designers, and Project Managers from Concept Design through Construction Administration.

Skills

Revit proficiency

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

Licensure encouraged

Job description

NBBJ Boston is seeking a Project Architect/Manager to lead the design, documentation and planning of complex projects from concept through construction, as part of a fully integrated design studio.

You will coordinate with architects, interior designers and PMs, manage proposals and contracts, and ensure technical accuracy and regulatory adherence.

The role is based in the United States with a base pay between $110,000 and $120,000, reflecting experience and market norms for this senior position.