Experienced. Trusted. Committed.
Our firm combines the talent of highly experienced partners and project managers—with diverse backgrounds in architecture, civil engineering, economics, urban planning and business management—supported by a top quality administrative staff.

Marlo brings more than 20 years of experience in architecture, construction, and project and program management to her role at SOJ. A registered architect by training, her career has included work in architecture, construction technology, and owner-side project management, giving her a broad perspective on how projects come together from early planning through construction and closeout. Her experience spans public, nonprofit, commercial, workplace, and community-focused projects. Marlo enjoys working alongside owners to bring clarity and organization to complex projects, helping teams navigate decisions, manage competing priorities, and keep projects moving forward. Her approach is grounded in clear communication, practical problem-solving, and an understanding of both the design and construction process.
Marlo is particularly interested in the people and processes behind successful projects. She believes good project management means creating a framework for teams to work well together, identifying issues early, and making sure owners have the information they need to make informed decisions.
Marlo earned her Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, with a minor in Urban Design and Landscape Architecture, as well as a Master of Business Administration and Management from Miami University. She also holds a Master of Architecture from the University of Washington. In addition to being a registered architect, Marlo is a LEED Accredited Professional and Scrum-certified.
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Jennifer Anderson
Office Manager
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Ethan Bernau
Partner / Senior Project Manager
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Beth Brett, AIA, LEED AP
Senior Project Manager
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Olivia Cecka
Project Coordinator
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Han-Mei Chiang, FAIA, LEED AP
Senior Project Manager
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Amy Copeland, AIA
Partner / Senior Project Manager
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Marlo Dowell
Senior Project Manager
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Francesca Gambetti
Managing Director / Partner
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Justine Kim
Partner / Senior Project Manager
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Kim Knox
Partner / Senior Project Manager
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D. Carter MacNichol
Senior Project Manager/ Former Partner
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Paige McGehee
Project Manager
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Dan Naughton
Partner / Senior Project Manager
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Paul Schlachter
Senior Project Manager
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Steve Schmitz
Senior Project Manager
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Matt Strutynski
Project Controls and Administration
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Shelley Thayer
Administrative & Project Assistant
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Brad Tong, PE
Managing Director / Partner
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Amanda Weber
Project Coordinator
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Rick Gustafson
Strategic Advisor / Former Partner
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Douglas L. Obletz
Strategic Advisor / Former Partner
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Roger Shiels, FAIA
Founding Partner (In Memorium)
