Senior Project Architect

Otak is seeking a Senior Project Architect to join our Architecture team and contribute to meaningful, community-focused work. If you’re passionate about creating projects that enhance communities, support environmental stewardship, and elevate design excellence, we encourage you to apply. In this role, the Senior Project Architect leads the planning and design of a range of project types, including multifamily housing, commercial, and mixed‑use developments, with experience in mass timber a plus. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners throughout all phases of design, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and aligned with client expectations. How You'll Contribute Collaborate with the project team to develop design solutions that emphasize design excellence and best practices. Ensure quality control and the delivery of a fully coordinated set of construction documents. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior staff while fostering a collaborative, energized team environment to solve design challenges. Participate in project reviews, focusing on project costs, budgets, and adherence to schedule. Collaborate with clients to define requirements and expectations, ensuring alignment and achievement of project goals. Participate in business development activities including client meetings and preparation of proposals, while developing and maintaining strong client relationships. The Strengths You Bring Bachelor's degree in Architecture or relevant field required. Master's degree preferred. Minimum 15 years of progressively responsible experience in architecture. Professional Architectural Registration required. Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships while driving business growth. Demonstrated experience with Revit, AutoCAD and SketchUp. Renovation project experience is a plus. Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Project Delivery methods. Public or federal project experience is desired. Experience with mass timber is a plus. Experience in California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington with local agency building departments is a plus. Salary Range $130,000 - $165,000 per year Benefits Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no‑cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; paid time off (PTO) accrual based on industry experience; 9 paid holidays per year; commuter allowance based on office location; support for professional registration and/or certification fees; and relocation assistance may be provided for qualified candidates. Equal Opportunity Employment We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer committed to cultivating a workplace that is inclusive, equitable, and respectful for all. We believe diverse perspectives enrich our work environment, fuel innovation, and are essential to our collective success. We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free from discrimination, harassment, and bias. Every individual at Otak is valued, included, and treated with dignity and respect. We do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions, including those related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We strive to ensure that our practices uphold fairness and equity at every stage of the employment lifecycle. Reasonable Accommodation If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace, please contact our People Services Department at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Otak, Inc.