Senior Level Project Architect Jobs
Senior level project architect jobs place experienced architects in charge of design direction, project delivery, and the technical decisions that shape built outcomes. The openings skew toward 26% remote and hybrid arrangements across Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, with employers like Jacobs, Stantec, and Goodwyn Mills Cawood hiring at this level now.
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Little, a diverse and transdisciplinary design firm, is seeking a Senior Project Architect to work in our Community Studio in our Tysons Corner (DC) office.
The ideal candidate for this opportunity will be an ambitious, creative Senior Project Architect who has extensive experience working for community clients and is looking to improve the performance of our clients through creative collaboration and breakthrough ideas. This is an opportunity to shape impactful projects across community, K-12, higher education, and recreation/sports sectors while working within a highly collaborative, transdisciplinary design environment.
About the Role
We’re looking for a design-forward Senior Project Architect who thrives at the intersection of creativity, technical excellence, and collaboration. In this role, you will lead complex projects from early concept through construction documentation—driving design vision, mentoring teams, and building strong client relationships.
A position you’ll love:
- Guide Projects End-to-End: Oversee projects from concept through design development and construction documents
- Lead Design Excellence: Develop and articulate compelling design concepts across diverse project types. Delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that align with client goals and project constraints
- Mentor & Grow Teams: Support and guide junior staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive studio culture
- Build Client Relationships: Establish trust with clients and ensure alignment on vision, scope, and outcomes
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work seamlessly with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders
- Ensure Technical Quality: Produce clear, coordinated, and code-compliant documentation with integrated sustainability strategies
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related design field (professional registration or NCARB certification preferred)
- 10+ years of professional experience with demonstrated project leadership
- Strong design portfolio showcasing concept development through execution
- Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and visual
- Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate in a client-focused environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Passion for sustainable, high-performance design
Why Little:
Little is a place where you’ll surround yourself with colleagues who have different areas of expertise, are from different cultures and generations, and embody different talents, experiences and passions. In fact, if you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, you’ll hear that it’s the people. It’s also our culture and the chance to be part of creating a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross-mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, talents, and interests and we strive to give each person exposure to the widest possible array of experiences. We care intensely about our clients and each other, and we do our best to spark a spirit of creativity and excitement in everyone around us. Curious what it’s like to work at Little? Check out our video! Life at Little: Our Core Values on Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/1140083837/1a4e457ff1?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci)
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your letter of interest, resume, and portfolio for review.
Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@littleonline.com (mailto:careers@littleonline.com) or a member of our HR Team.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Little, a diverse and transdisciplinary design firm, is seeking a Senior Project Architect to work in our Community Studio in our Tysons Corner (DC) office.
The ideal candidate for this opportunity will be an ambitious, creative Senior Project Architect who has extensive experience working for community clients and is looking to improve the performance of our clients through creative collaboration and breakthrough ideas. This is an opportunity to shape impactful projects across community, K-12, higher education, and recreation/sports sectors while working within a highly collaborative, transdisciplinary design environment.
About the Role
We’re looking for a design-forward Senior Project Architect who thrives at the intersection of creativity, technical excellence, and collaboration. In this role, you will lead complex projects from early concept through construction documentation—driving design vision, mentoring teams, and building strong client relationships.
A position you’ll love:
- Guide Projects End-to-End: Oversee projects from concept through design development and construction documents
- Lead Design Excellence: Develop and articulate compelling design concepts across diverse project types. Delivering high-quality, innovative solutions that align with client goals and project constraints
- Mentor & Grow Teams: Support and guide junior staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive studio culture
- Build Client Relationships: Establish trust with clients and ensure alignment on vision, scope, and outcomes
- Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work seamlessly with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders
- Ensure Technical Quality: Produce clear, coordinated, and code-compliant documentation with integrated sustainability strategies
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related design field (professional registration or NCARB certification preferred)
- 10+ years of professional experience with demonstrated project leadership
- Strong design portfolio showcasing concept development through execution
- Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, and visual
- Proven ability to lead teams and collaborate in a client-focused environment
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Passion for sustainable, high-performance design
Why Little:
Little is a place where you’ll surround yourself with colleagues who have different areas of expertise, are from different cultures and generations, and embody different talents, experiences and passions. In fact, if you ask our employees what keeps them excited about coming to work each day, you’ll hear that it’s the people. It’s also our culture and the chance to be part of creating a better future through our work. We embrace a culture of teaching and learning through cross-mentoring that spans generations, disciplines, talents, and interests and we strive to give each person exposure to the widest possible array of experiences. We care intensely about our clients and each other, and we do our best to spark a spirit of creativity and excitement in everyone around us. Curious what it’s like to work at Little? Check out our video! Life at Little: Our Core Values on Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/1140083837/1a4e457ff1?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci)
To be considered for this opportunity, please submit your letter of interest, resume, and portfolio for review.
Little is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, Little prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Little is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact careers@littleonline.com (mailto:careers@littleonline.com) or a member of our HR Team.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Who's Hiring
- Jacobs14
- Stantec9
- Goodwyn Mills Cawood8
- HDR7
- HED7
Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate93
- Consulting & Professional Services80
- Technology & Software5
- Healthcare & Medical Services4
- Education1
Senior Level Project Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level project architect job?
Employers at this level want architects who can own a project from schematic design through construction administration without close supervision. A portfolio that demonstrates technical complexity, client-facing leadership, and successful project delivery carries the most weight. Licensure is typically expected, and experience coordinating consultants or mentoring junior staff signals the readiness these roles require.
Which companies hire senior level project architects?
Companies hiring senior level project architects right now include Jacobs, Stantec, and Goodwyn Mills Cawood, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from mid-size and large architecture firms, real estate developers, and institutional owners with ongoing capital programs.
Are there remote senior level project architect jobs?
Yes, though remote availability varies by project type and employer. About 26% of senior level project architect openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more common than fully remote positions. Roles tied to active construction sites typically require regular on-site presence regardless of remote flexibility elsewhere in the firm.
What makes a project architect role senior level?
Senior level project architect roles are defined by ownership and accountability rather than task execution. At this stage, the architect sets technical direction, manages consultant coordination, leads design review with clients, and is responsible for keeping deliverables on schedule and within contract scope. Mentoring junior and mid-level staff and contributing to firm standards or business development are common expectations as well.
Which industries hire the most senior level project architects?
Senior Level project architect roles concentrate in Construction & Real Estate, Consulting & Professional Services, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they involve complex, multi-phase projects where experienced design leadership is required to manage regulatory requirements, stakeholder expectations, and technical coordination across large teams.