Senior Project Architect – Hybrid/On-Site Tech Lead

Hbx Studio; Portland, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3% employer-matching 401(k)

3 weeks PTO

Monthly cell phone stipend

Flexible hybrid work model

Studio holidays

Job summary

HBX Studio is seeking a Project Architect in Portland with 8+ years of architectural experience. You will lead construction documents, perform code analyses across jurisdictions, and coordinate with consultants and permitting authorities.

The role emphasizes mentorship, QA/QC, and detailed project delivery within a collaborative, hybrid studio environment. Strong technical detailing, building envelope expertise, and licensure pursuit are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture; licensure preferred.
• Strong technical design skills and code compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of construction documents with constructibility and clarity.
• Perform complex code analysis across jurisdictions with access to life safety standards.
• Coordinate with consultants, vendors, and permitting authorities.
• Participate in and contribute to office QA/QC processes.
• Review junior staff work and provide mentorship.
• Support construction administration with RFIs, submittals, and field conditions.

Skills

Architectural experience

Code analysis

Mentorship

Team leadership

Communication

Time management

Detailing

QA/QC

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Architecture

Tools

GSuite

Bluebeam

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Job description

HBX Studio is seeking a Project Architect in Portland with 8+ years of architectural experience. You will lead construction documents, perform code analyses across jurisdictions, and coordinate with consultants and permitting authorities.

The role emphasizes mentorship, QA/QC, and detailed project delivery within a collaborative, hybrid studio environment. Strong technical detailing, building envelope expertise, and licensure pursuit are preferred.