Project Architect / Manager

Ink Built Architecture is a women-owned firm in Portland doing affordable housing, shelter, and community-centered design across the region. We talk (a lot) about equity, affordability, racial justice, sustainability, and climate — because none of it means anything if the benefits aren't shared by everyone.

We're a small firm, which means everyone wears ALL the hats. We're looking for someone ready to run their own project(s) start to finish — client, GC, consultants, internal team — with independent drive and a collaborative spirit. Someone who loves empowering others, is here because the mission matters, and knows that means jumping into Revit as readily as leading a design review.

Role Description This is a senior-level role: we need 8+ years of experience with proven ownership of projects and team leadership from early design through construction. Multi-family and affordable housing experience is strongly preferred. The Project Architect / Manager is a full-time, hybrid role based in Portland, OR.

This role requires in-office work at least 50% of the time — we Sketch together on Mondays, and being present with the team matters to how we work. The rest of the week flexes between office and remote. We think a GIF is worth a thousand words. And we really, really love what we do.

In order to apply to this role send your resume and work samples to [email protected]. Applications missing this step will not be reviewed.

What you'll own:

One or more 30-100+ unit (or equivalent) projects, early design through construction adminClient relationships — budget, schedule, and quality, clearly communicatedConsultant coordination across structural, MEP, civil, and specialty disciplinesSchedules, budgets, and risk flags, tracked and managedMentorship for job captains and design staff on your teamScope and fee conversations, in partnership with our PrincipalsPermitting, code compliance, and jurisdictional relationshipsInk Built's presence in client meetings, public hearings, and design review

What you bring:

8+ years leading projects from early design through construction — requiredMulti-family and affordable housing experience — strongly preferredFully proficient in Revit — and the judgment to know when to delegate itA track record of managing consultants, budgets, and schedules independentlyCommunication skills that turn friction into forward motionA collaborative mindset — no territory-guarding hereSolid command of building and zoning codeGenuine alignment with housing justice, equity, and sustainability

The good stuff: $90–104K salary (negotiable per our internal framework) · 4-day, 36-hour work week · 2 weeks PTO + 2 additional structured weeks (we close for Summer & Winter Break) · 10 flexible holidays · health insurance · Simple IRA with 3% match · $1,000/year professional development · cell phone/internet reimbursement