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.

Shelley Thayer Administrative & Project Assistant

Shelley joined SOJ in early 2025, bringing a background in administrative and executive support across both the private and public sectors. Most recently, she held a variety of support roles with Seattle Public Schools (SPS), primarily within Capital Projects & Planning. Along the way, she gained firsthand knowledge of District processes, built relationships across SPS, and discovered a particular enjoyment for the behind-the-scenes work that keeps projects—and project managers—moving forward.

As an Administrative & Project Assistant, Shelley supports SOJ project managers and project teams by scheduling meetings, preparing status reports, processing invoices, and staying current on public client policies and procedures to help facilitate the preparation and submission of formal approval documents. She also manages the SOJ Seattle office and assists with project-specific events management.

A lifelong Washingtonian, Shelley spent much of her childhood riding horses and camping with her extended family. These days, she enjoys crafting, board games, and collecting Pokémon cards—and, thanks to her grandson, actually knows how to battle with them. Above all, Shelley enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren.