SENIOR Project Manager; Multi-Family | Nelsen Partners

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 at  to learn more about our firm, culture, and award‑winning projects.

We are looking for a talented and dedicated Senior Project Manager with extensive multi‑family experience to execute the technical design and documentation of large and complex market‑rate and affordable multi‑family projects. This role includes office‑wide leadership in the market sector with a focus on technical expertise and market growth for the firm. The core responsibilities include:

• Lead the technical aspects of multi‑family projects, including investigating, evaluating, and recommending project 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

• In‑person position – fully remote/out‑of‑state candidates not eligible
• Professional licensure – preferred, but not required
• 10+ years of multifamily residential projects; contract administration experience preferred, but not required. Additional commercial experience in hospitality, mixed‑use, and retail is advantageous
• Advanced knowledge in building systems, building science, codes, and construction methods
• Strong design fundamentals and communication skills
• Engaging, dynamic communicator with internal teams and clients/consultants
• Successful collaborator in a high‑energy team environment
• Proficiency in Revit, BIM 360, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam

• Comprehensive benefits – medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k) 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, 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 – 85+ talented professionals across both studios 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 10 MB) 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.