Senior Architect

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we’re committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future. Building for the long-term means that all of our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they will receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges. We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

P&M Cincinnati Division:

The Cincinnati division serves clients across various markets, including Agricultural, Pharmaceutical, Food and Beverage, Chemical, Consumer Products, and Metals. Our multidisciplinary team delivers integrated solutions that address complex challenges while maintaining the highest standards of quality and innovation.

Job Summary:

The Senior Architect is a strong technical leader who elevates project outcomes through disciplined coordination, clear documentation, and mentorship. This role helps translate design intent into buildable, well-coordinated deliverables by anticipating risk, aligning consultants and internal teams, and driving quality and consistency—supporting successful results for clients and project teams.

Reporting Structure:

This position reports to the Director of Engineering and works closely with divisional leadership and other managers. The role includes direct management of technical team members. Direct reports can vary based on divisional structure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Required Qualifications:

Education & Experience Minimum BS degree in Architecture required. Licensed Architect required. Demonstrated experience managing teams. Minimum of 10 years of relevant design experience required. Experience with site and facility master planning. Experience with pharmaceutical and clean room design required. Experience with advanced technology or life sciences projects required, including R&D labs, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, food and nutrition, and/or consumer products. Experience with industrial and manufacturing facility projects preferred. LEED Accredited Professional credential preferred. Experience serving as an Architect on Design–Build teams preferred. Knowledge of cGMPs preferred.

Technical & Professional Skills

Advanced Revit proficiency required, including the ability to independently deliver defined drawing packages and teach best practices to others. Advanced knowledge of production-ready visualization tools required, including SketchUp, Enscape, and Lumion. LEED Accredited Professional credential preferred. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

Core Competencies:

• Relationship building and management
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Results-oriented mindset
• Adaptability and resilience
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Performance Metrics:

• Client retention driven by strong project execution
• Team project delivery performance (quality, budget, and schedule)
• Successful implementation of initiatives and best practices

Behaviors:

• Customer Focus
• Passion for Growth
• Leadership Impact
• Communication
• Ownership
• Act With Urgency
• Teamwork
• Technical Excellence
• Functional Excellence

Location:

Cincinnati

Travel:

This position requires regular travel to client sites, industry conferences, and company meetings. Travel is estimated up to 25% of time.

Compensation & Benefits:

Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses, equity participation, and a comprehensive U.S.-based benefits package, including: Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and company holidays Wellness programs and employee assistance resources Professional development support.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement:

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice:

Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.