Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager

Berglund Architects – Edwards, Colorado

Berglund Architects, a 15-person, well-established architectural firm with over 22 years of experience, is seeking a Senior Architect / Senior Project Manager with approximately 10–15 years of professional experience or more (10 years minimum) to join their team. The firm specializes in high-end residential architecture and is based in Edwards, Colorado, in the heart of the Vail Valley.

Applicants should possess excellent graphic, written, and verbal communication skills, a strong understanding of Revit, and demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a highly creative studio environment. Candidates should be self-motivated, team-oriented, and enjoy contributing to a collaborative design culture.
This Senior Project Manager position is structured as a Principal / Equity Owner track, providing a pathway to long-term leadership and potential equity participation within the firm based on performance, leadership, and overall contribution.

Qualifications

10+ years of professional architectural experience
Licensed Architect required with NCARB certification desired
Strong Revit proficiency required
Proven project management and team leadership experience
Extensive experience producing and leading team developing construction drawings
Significant construction observation / administration experience
Ability to mentor, teach, and lead architectural interns and designers

Strong design ability is desired but not required, depending on other strengths.
Technical detailing and construction administration expertise are preferred, but not required depending on qualifications.

Location
Their studio is located in Edwards, Colorado, approximately 12 miles west of Vail and just 2 miles from the Arrowhead Village ski lift, which is part of Beaver Creek Resort.
The Vail Valley offers exceptional opportunities for an active outdoor lifestyle including:

Skiing and snowboarding
Hiking and mountain biking
Golf and fly fishing
Camping and outdoor exploration

The area also offers a vibrant cultural scene and ongoing educational opportunities.
About the Firm
Berglund Architects specializes in designing highly sustainable, cleanly detailed luxury Mountain Modern homes throughout Colorado, as well as modern contextual residential and commercial projects across the United States and internationally.
The firm has designed numerous LEED and Net Zero Energy projects, including two LEED Platinum buildings, one of which is Net Zero.
In addition to architecture, Berglund Architects provides:

Full interior design services
Master planning

Their studio fosters a creative and collaborative learning environment where designers, clients, and consultants openly share ideas. This collaborative process drives the distinctive quality of the firm’s work. Through continuous exploration, they strive to create architecture that thoughtfully integrates site opportunities with each client’s vision.
Their goal is to design buildings that enhance life experiences, bring people together, and deepen connections to the surrounding environment.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $160,000 – $200,000 depending on experience and design capability.
Paid relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate.
Benefits include:

Year-long comp time program
Flexible work hours
Full medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 60 days)
4% matching 401(k) (after 1 year)
15 days paid time off
4 personal/sick days
1 education / conference day
8 paid holidays
Health benefit bonus / Vail Resorts Epic Ski Pass
Significant performance bonuses
Reimbursement for:
- Licensing exam fees
- Conference fees
- AIA and USGBC memberships
- Other professional education programs

Berglund Architects maintains a healthy work–life balance and offers strong professional growth and advancement opportunities.

How to Apply

Please submit the following:

Portfolio including:
- Design projects
- Freehand sketches
- Professional work samples
- Construction document examples
Cover letter describing:
- Career interests
- Relevant work experience
- Travel experience
- Personal interests / hobbies / sports
- Leadership experience
Resume
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