We are Hiring…

Project Manager / Project Leader  

TLA is seeking an experienced architect to join our growing practice. We are looking for individuals who are thoughtful, technically capable, and eager to take initiative in both project leadership and professional growth.

This role is intended for architects with 7 or more years of professional experience who can manage projects independently and are ready to grow into leading more complex work, mentoring teams, and building long-term client relationships.

We are less interested in rigid titles and more interested in people with strong judgment, accountability, curiosity, initiative, and the drive to continuously improve.

Responsibilities

  • Support and lead projects through multiple phases of design and construction

  • Coordinate project efforts, including consultant coordination, documentation, and client communication

  • Assist in managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables

  • Serve as a client contact and help maintain strong working relationships

  • Collaborate with project teams to ensure clear communication and organized execution

  • Participate proactively in strategic planning and problem-solving throughout project delivery

  • Contribute to project proposals, fee development, and scope definition

  • Take initiative in identifying project needs, coordination issues, and opportunities for improvement

  • Support and mentor younger staff while continuing to grow personally and professionally

  • Help maintain a thoughtful, collaborative, and design-focused studio culture

Qualifications

  • Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program

  • 7 or more years of professional experience

  • Licensure preferred but not required

  • Experience contributing to or managing architectural projects across multiple phases

  • Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills

  • Solid technical understanding and ability to coordinate project documentation

  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative

  • Desire to grow into larger project leadership responsibilities

  • Ability to balance design intent, technical execution, and client expectations

  • Proficiency in Revit and standard architectural software platforms

What We Value

  • Strong design and technical judgment

  • Accountability and reliability

  • Initiative and proactive thinking

  • Intellectual curiosity and willingness to learn

  • Clear and respectful communication

  • Collaborative mindset

  • Professional maturity without ego

  • Interest in long-term growth and leadership

Emerging Architect  

TLA is seeking a thoughtful, motivated, and self-driven architectural professional to join our growing practice. Individuals who are technically capable, design-conscious, and have 3 to 5 years of professional experience are ideal candidates. 

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to projects through multiple phases of design and construction

  • Independently perform architectural assignments on projects of moderate size and complexity

  • Assist in design studies, planning analyses, occupancy studies, and design layouts

  • Prepare project specifications, reports, and supporting technical documentation

  • Compile, organize, and analyze project-related information and technical data

  • Review drawings, reports, plans, estimates, and calculations for coordination and accuracy

  • Collaborate with project teams, consultants, and senior staff to support successful project delivery

  • Participate proactively in problem-solving, coordination, and project communication

  • Take initiative in learning, improving workflows, and contributing positively to studio culture

Qualifications

  • Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited program

  • 3 to 5 years of professional experience

  • Strong understanding of conventional architectural design and documentation processes

  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment

  • Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills

  • Self-motivated with a willingness to take initiative and continue growing professionally

  • Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy

  • Proficiency in Revit and standard architectural software platforms

What We Value

  • Thoughtful and disciplined design thinking

  • Technical rigor and attention to detail

  • Initiative and accountability

  • Curiosity and continuous learning

  • Clear and respectful communication

  • Collaborative mindset

  • Professional maturity without ego

  • Interest in long-term growth within the profession

Contact Eliza Ho elizaho@laiarchitect.com to apply.