Senior Architect

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We are seeking a Project Architect to be integrally involved in the design process and lead the technical delivery of high‑impact projects, providing strategic technical direction and ensuring architectural integrity across systems and solutions.

• Demonstrates superior attention to detail, organizational skills, and creative technical abilities
• Effectively manages time to execute assigned tasks and deadlines (3+ projects at any given time)
• Communicates clearly with managing team members
• Demonstrates advanced technical intelligence in practicing area of architecture and/or interior architecture
• Demonstrates clear understanding of all project phases and sequencing
• Develop site surveys and related documentation
• Contribute to the development project schedules, staffing, budgeting, set up, close out, and profitability
• Demonstrates advanced proficiency in assembly of Construction Documents
• Effectively researches/problem solves to lead development of code compliant designs
• Oversight and guidance of all design documentation
• Leads communication with other disciplines, consultants, vendors, developer, and contractors to ensure seamless incorporation of all information into project documentation
• Actively leads and mentors junior teammates across multiple projects in any phase
• Leads and/or participates in project meetings, on-site visits, and field reviews
• Participates in review of project costs /budgets and provides recommendations for value engineering
• Leads Construction Administration phase by responding to RFIs and COs, reviewing shop drawings and coordinating CM, GC, and engineering consultants
• Participates in management of OTJ and consultant invoicing
• Collaborates effectively with all departments

• 8-15 years of experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree of Architecture (or in pursuit of)
• Licensed: RA, AIA, NCARB
• Advanced level Revit proficiency
• Familiarity with rendering software and some proficiency (Enscape, Lumion, or other)
• Advanced Adobe Creative Suite proficiency (Indesign, Photoshop)
• Intermediate proficiency in Office 365 products (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, etc.)
• Advanced knowledge of building codes;
  Chicago-Self Certified Professional ideal
• Proficient in Bluebeam, Plangrid, and Procore
• Advanced knowledge of construction documents
• Advanced knowledge of technical detailing

OTJ is a premier architecture and design firm with offices in Washington, D.C., New York City, Miami, San Francisco, Boston, Dallas, and Chicago. For 30 years we have experienced an unparalleled and uninterrupted growth trajectory fueled by the design of award‑winning projects for leading organizations across North America. We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive team as we continue our dynamic growth.

We are now poised to further expand our reach and believe your skills and experience will be an asset to the ongoing success of our team. We are confident that OTJ will offer you the opportunity to do your best, most creative work in a dynamic atmosphere that welcomes fresh ideas.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Architecture and Planning