Architectural Vice President

Thornton Tomasetti; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Family Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Transit

401k with company match

Fitness Reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti is seeking a Vice President in our Forensics Practice to lead high-impact forensic projects, mentor teams, and shape firm-wide practices with strategic insight. You will guide technical direction, manage client relationships, and help drive growth across markets.

This leader role requires a deep expertise in forensic architecture, a track record of delivering value, and the ability to influence across the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• Professional licensure as an Architect.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in architecture, including forensic leadership.
• Recognized expertise and thought leadership in forensic engineering, with the ability to influence firm‑wide and industry practices.
• Proven client and business leader, building senior relationships, providing strategic guidance, driving growth, and delivering high‑impact results that create lasting value for clients and the firm.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical vision for some of the firm’s most complex forensic projects.
• Serve as the primary client partner and trusted advisor.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and leadership growth across the firm.
• Drive business development and firm growth by leading proposals, pursuing new opportunities, and expanding Thornton Tomasetti’s influence in the market.
• Shape firm strategy through thought leadership, advising senior leadership on emerging trends, new markets, and opportunities to expand services.
• Oversee project financials, schedules, and quality, ensuring outcomes align with firm objectives and client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Forensic architecture

Client relationship management

Business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s or PhD preferred

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Our Forensics practice investigates problems in the built environment and provides evidence-based solutions founded on rigorous science and physics. We assist attorneys, property managers, building owners, contractors, manufacturers, and design professionals with a wide range of engineering and architectural issues.

Your Role

As a Vice President in our Forensics Practice, you’ll take on a leadership role where your vision, expertise, and strategic insight shape the firm’s most ambitious forensic projects and initiatives. You’ll guide technical direction, mentor teams, and influence firm‑wide practices and growth. This is a high‑impact position for an architect to leave a lasting mark on the industry.

What You’ll Do

• Own the technical vision for some of the firm’s most complex forensic projects.
• Serve as the primary client partner and trusted advisor.
• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams, fostering technical excellence, collaboration, and leadership growth across the firm.
• Drive business development and firm growth by leading proposals, pursuing new opportunities, and expanding Thornton Tomasetti’s influence in the market.
• Shape firm strategy through thought leadership, advising senior leadership on emerging trends, new markets, and opportunities to expand services.
• Oversee project financials, schedules, and quality, ensuring outcomes align with firm objectives and client expectations.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• Professional licensure as an Architect.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in architecture, including forensic leadership.
• Recognized expertise and thought leadership in forensic engineering, with the ability to influence firm‑wide and industry practices.
• Proven client and business leader, building senior relationships, providing strategic guidance, driving growth, and delivering high‑impact results that create lasting value for clients and the firm.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical & Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.