Senior Project Architect

Nelsen Partners, a design-focused architecture and planning firm, is seeking qualified professionals to join its Austin, TX studio.

Nelsen Partners is distinguished by the quality of its work, the passion of its design teams, and its dedication to its clients. Please visit us athttp://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). learn more about our firm, culture, and award-winning projects.

We are looking for a talented and dedicated
Senior Project Architect
to provide leadership in the technical design and documentation of large and complex commercial projects.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing technical expertise in our Austin studio, delivering high-quality design documents, and ensuring a high standard of service to our clients.

The core responsibilities include:

• Lead the technical design aspects of commercial projects, including investigating, evaluating, and recommending design solutions
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary design teams to ensure project design intent with sound solutions
• Develop and complete efficient and organized construction documentation
• Champion quality assurance practices
• Effectively present technical design solutions and strategies to clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for professional growth and the development of staff
• Uphold our commitment to exceptional client service

• Professional Licensure
  – preferred, but not required
• Experience
  – 10+ years of commercial design experience in Hospitality, Mixed-Use, Retail, and/or Multifamily Residential projects;
  Contract Administration experience is preferred, but not required
• Technical Expertise
  – advanced knowledge in building systems, building science, codes, and construction methods
• Design Skills
  –strong design fundamentals and communication skills
• Presentation Skills
  – engaging, dynamic communicator with both internal teams and clients/consultants
• Team-oriented
  – successful collaborator in a high-energy team environment
• Software Proficiency
  – Revit, BIM 360, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam

• Comprehensive benefits –Medical/dental/vision insurance; 401k matching; paid time off + closed week between Christmas and New Year’s; paid parental leave; license/AIA membership reimbursement; paid parking/transit; etc.
• Flexibility
  –Weekly flex-time opportunities including alternative daily work hours and a compressed work week option
• Professional development & growth – Knowledge building, continuing education opportunities, and project-level mentorship
• Team diversity & engagement – 80+ talented professionals across both studios and growing, with frequent opportunities for collaboration and socializing
• Competitive compensation

Interested and qualified professionals, please email a PDF of your resume and portfolio (no larger than 10mb) to

Nelsen Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.