Architectural Team Leader

Weston & Sampson; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Ownership mindset

Growth opportunities

Flexible workplace

Strong culture

Job summary

Weston & Sampson seeks an Architectural Team Leader with 20+ years of experience for our Foxborough or Reading, MA offices. You will manage architectural design projects within the Facility group, lead multi-disciplinary teams, and contribute to business development through proposals and client coordination.

Ideal candidates will have a professional architecture degree and license, strong Revit/BIM skills, and a proven ability to guide construction document production and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in architecture required.
• Architectural license required.
• 20+ years experience on design teams.
• Strong understanding of building codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead design projects for the Facility group’s clients and collaborate with other engineering disciplines.
• Mentor and develop project teams, manage workload and career progression.
• Lead planning, design, construction documents, and construction administration phases.
• Develop and pursue new business via proposals and client meetings.
• Coordinate with internal/external disciplines and guide production of documents.

Skills

20+ years experience

Revit proficiency

Leadership

Client communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

BIM software

Job description

Weston & Sampson is seeking an Architectural Team Leader with 20+ years’ experience for our Foxborough or Reading Massachusetts Offices.

What You’ll Do

• Work will include management of architectural design projects for the Facility group’s clients, supporting the company’s other engineering discipline groups, and participating and contributing to the expansion of the Facility group’s growing project base.
• Manage and develop team members through effective workload planning, performance coaching, and career progression support to achieve individual and organizational goals.
• Lead and support multi-disciplinary project teams in the planning and design of new and renovated facilities. Work includes programming and conceptual planning through construction document preparation and construction administration.
• Network with new and existing clients by responding via direct requests and/or proposals
• Conduct business development including writing proposals, meeting with clients, and preparing detailed scopes of work.
• Work directly with clients to establish project and programming needs.
• Support projects through budgeting and permitting processes, including working with estimators to prepare construction and project costs, leading the project through permitting agencies and committees, and assisting the client in acquiring funding through public hearings and meetings.
• Mentor and guide the development of junior staff and participate in the growth our Architectural practice.
• Participate in professional organizations and internal committees and/or groups.
• Collaborate and build strong working relationships with internal multi-disciplinary teams.

What You'll Bring

• 20+ years of substantial experience as a productive member of a project design team with strong technical and Revit skills.
• Ability to function comfortably, gain trust, confidence and deal effectively with a wide range of individuals including consultants, contractors and facilities project team members
• Proven ability to function in all phases of project development from schematic design through contract administration
• REVIT/BIM knowledge is desirable.
• Strong construction experience and knowledge of architectural technical detailing.
• Thorough knowledge of building codes
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to lead a project team and guide production of construction documents, including coordination with internal and external engineering disciplines.
• Professional degree required
• Architectural License

Salary Range

Salary Range: $165,000- $175,000k based on experience

Overview

At Weston & Sampson, you’ll work alongside more than 1,000 employee-owners who are passionate about improving our communities. From providing clean water to designing resilient infrastructure and sustainable environments, our work has a direct impact on quality of life. We’re looking for curious, driven professionals who want to contribute to innovative, impactful projects and grow with a team that supports them.

We are a 100% employee-owned, interdisciplinary firm offering design, engineering, and environmental services. Since our founding in 1899, we have worked to build a collaborative, forward-thinking environment grounded in respectfor each other’s ideas.

We offer

• Meaningful work:Contribute to projects that protect and enhance the natural and built environments
• Ownership mindset: As an employee-owner, your work directly contributes to our shared success
• Growth opportunities: Build your career through mentorship, diverse projects, and clear advancement pathways
• Flexible workplace: Work in a way that supports your life and not the other way around
• Strong culture: Join a team that values collaboration, inclusion, and recognition

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Access (IDEA)

We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger. Weston & Sampson is committed to fostering a culture of belonging where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered. We actively support IDEA principles across our organization and in our daily work.