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NBBJ is an award‑winning design firm recognized as a
TIME100 Most Influential Company , a
Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm , and a
two‑time 2025 AIA National Honor Award
recipient. These recognitions reflect our purpose‑driven approach that, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration, creates healthy buildings, strong communities, and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With leading clients, diverse colleagues, and offices in creative capitals around the globe, a career at NBBJ will inspire you to be extraordinary. You can learn more about our firm, see what it’s like to work here, and explore recent projects and ideas at NBBJ.com. Join us to make an impact today!
The role at a glance This is an excellent opportunity for you to join NBBJ San Diego as a Senior Project Architect for our Healthcare Practice. We are seeking a Project Architect with demonstrated experience working on OSHPD projects in California and who has worked primarily with large‑scale, healthcare projects involving client contact and leadership responsibilities. The Senior Project Architect performs architectural design and delivery for a wide variety of projects involving the construction of new buildings and the alteration of existing buildings and facilities.
In your new role, you will:
Work with clients and team members to identify objectives, develop options, and formulate creative solutions.
Interpret design concepts by collaborating with project team and translate them into workable construction systems and detailing, while maintaining design intent and advocating for design excellence.
Prepare appropriate documentation and deliverables from schematic design through construction administration in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
Maintain appropriate records for project phases in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
Lead and coordinate the work of other team members and consultants, providing direction, guidance, and mentoring as appropriate.
May participate in marketing efforts, including proposal development, presentations, and client interviews.
What you will need to succeed:
Minimum 15 years of experience in the architectural field with successful experience in the documentation and delivery of large‑scale healthcare projects
OSHPD 1 experience is mandatory for this role
Demonstrated experience working on healthcare projects in the state of California
Fluency in Revit
B. Arch or M.Arch degree
Architectural Licensure; LEED or other sustainability accreditation preferred.
Proven ability to work within a highly collaborative team environment
Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment; setting an example for others
Ability to travel as the project(s) requires
The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between $130,000 and $145,000. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.
Why choose NBBJ? We believe that all NBBJ employees should love their work. This means not only loving what you do but having pride in your workplace. We strive to be that irresistible place to work by enhancing your employee experience with customized programs and comprehensive benefits. In addition to 100% covered employee healthcare costs and 401k contributions, we offer unique professional development opportunities, volunteer opportunities and access to leading technology and resources to further help you love your work and advance your career.
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
100% covered employee healthcare costs
Professional development opportunities
Volunteer opportunities
Access to technology and resources
NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer.
NBBJ does not accept unsolicited resumes or similar submissions from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. Any unsolicited materials received by NBBJ from a source other than an individual candidate will be considered NBBJ property and NBBJ reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates referred to us without any financial obligation to the third party in question. If you are interested in becoming an approved NBBJ external recruiter, please contact a member of the NBBJ Talent Acquisition Team.
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Senior Project Architect
role at
NBBJ Design
NBBJ is an award‑winning design firm recognized as a
TIME100 Most Influential Company , a
Fast Company Most Innovative Architecture Firm , and a
two‑time 2025 AIA National Honor Award
recipient. These recognitions reflect our purpose‑driven approach that, fueled by ideas and a culture of collaboration, creates healthy buildings, strong communities, and a resilient environment. That’s where you come in. With leading clients, diverse colleagues, and offices in creative capitals around the globe, a career at NBBJ will inspire you to be extraordinary. You can learn more about our firm, see what it’s like to work here, and explore recent projects and ideas at NBBJ.com. Join us to make an impact today!
The role at a glance This is an excellent opportunity for you to join NBBJ San Diego as a Senior Project Architect for our Healthcare Practice. We are seeking a Project Architect with demonstrated experience working on OSHPD projects in California and who has worked primarily with large‑scale, healthcare projects involving client contact and leadership responsibilities. The Senior Project Architect performs architectural design and delivery for a wide variety of projects involving the construction of new buildings and the alteration of existing buildings and facilities.
In your new role, you will:
Work with clients and team members to identify objectives, develop options, and formulate creative solutions.
Interpret design concepts by collaborating with project team and translate them into workable construction systems and detailing, while maintaining design intent and advocating for design excellence.
Prepare appropriate documentation and deliverables from schematic design through construction administration in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
Maintain appropriate records for project phases in accordance with established firm and industry standards.
Lead and coordinate the work of other team members and consultants, providing direction, guidance, and mentoring as appropriate.
May participate in marketing efforts, including proposal development, presentations, and client interviews.
What you will need to succeed:
Minimum 15 years of experience in the architectural field with successful experience in the documentation and delivery of large‑scale healthcare projects
OSHPD 1 experience is mandatory for this role
Demonstrated experience working on healthcare projects in the state of California
Fluency in Revit
B. Arch or M.Arch degree
Architectural Licensure; LEED or other sustainability accreditation preferred.
Proven ability to work within a highly collaborative team environment
Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to work with integrity, trust and commitment; setting an example for others
Ability to travel as the project(s) requires
The annual base pay range for this role is anticipated to be between $130,000 and $145,000. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.
Why choose NBBJ? We believe that all NBBJ employees should love their work. This means not only loving what you do but having pride in your workplace. We strive to be that irresistible place to work by enhancing your employee experience with customized programs and comprehensive benefits. In addition to 100% covered employee healthcare costs and 401k contributions, we offer unique professional development opportunities, volunteer opportunities and access to leading technology and resources to further help you love your work and advance your career.
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Child care support
Paid maternity leave
Paid paternity leave
Tuition assistance
Disability insurance
100% covered employee healthcare costs
Professional development opportunities
Volunteer opportunities
Access to technology and resources
NBBJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA Employer.
NBBJ does not accept unsolicited resumes or similar submissions from third‑party recruiters or employment agencies. Any unsolicited materials received by NBBJ from a source other than an individual candidate will be considered NBBJ property and NBBJ reserves the right to pursue and hire candidates referred to us without any financial obligation to the third party in question. If you are interested in becoming an approved NBBJ external recruiter, please contact a member of the NBBJ Talent Acquisition Team.
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