Project Architect

RRMM Architects; Chesapeake (VA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Legal services

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Holidays

Parental leave

Education reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

RRMM Architects is seeking a Project Architect for Municipal and Civic studio in Virginia. The role oversees architectural projects from inception to completion, blending project management with design excellence.

You will coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors to ensure on-time delivery, budget adherence, and high-quality documentation. The position requires a strong background in municipal/civic design, leading design development, presentations, and drawings, with licensure

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture or related field.
• 5+ years as Project Manager/Architect in municipal/civic sector.
• Experience presenting designs and managing projects.
• Licensed architect preferred; PMP/LEED-AP highly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and manage municipal/civic architectural projects from design to construction.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, and consultants on requirements and delivery objectives.
• Develop design schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and standards.
• Lead regular construction meetings and site visits to monitor progress.
• Prepare proposals, reports, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors and suppliers to maintain quality.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Foster collaborative team environment.

Conocimientos

Project management

Leadership

Client collaboration

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in architecture

RA/Architect licensure preferred

Herramientas

MS Office

Newforma

Autodesk Forma

Revit

Enscape

Descripción del empleo

About the job

RRMM Architects is an award-winning, multi-disciplinary design firm. Every day our employees strive to create exceptional places to live, work, play, and learn. Our firm uses the power of design to strengthen and inspire the communities we serve.

About RRMM Architects

We have been recognized as the largest architecture-based firm in Virginia by Virginia Business Magazine. We are also a Top 2025 Design Firm in the Nation by Engineering News-Record and a 2025 Top Architectural Firm by Architectural Record as well as Building Design + Construction.

While we are large enough to rank nationally, RRMM Architects consists of a tight-knit, collaborative group with diverse backgrounds and design experiences. We are united by the common interest to provide superior service to our clients.

The Position

RRMM is searching for a Project Architect for Municipal and Civic studio. In this role, the Project Architect will be responsible for overseeing and managing architectural projects from inception to completion. This role requires a blend of project management expertise and architectural knowledge to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. In this role, the Project Manager/Architect will coordinate project design, develop creative-design concepts for projects, and prepare presentation and design drawings.

Key Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage architectural projects, including planning, design, and construction phases.
• Collaborate directly with clients and other stakeholders, along with engineering consultants and team members to define project requirements and establish key delivery objectives.
• Develop and maintain project design schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct site visits and assist clients with leading project monthly construction meetings to monitor progress, conformance with contract documents and overall quality.
• Prepare and present project proposals, reports, and design documentation.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, and consultants to ensure seamless project execution, while maintaining quality assurance practices.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues.
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Project Manager/Architect in the Municipal/Civic sector (e.g., local government, fire-police stations, community centers, libraries, among other public facilities).
• Demonstrated experience in planning and creative-design concepts for projects, preparing and presenting presentations and design drawings and articulating details
• Minimum of five years’ experience working as a Project Manager.
• Strong knowledge of architectural design principles, construction processes, and project management methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software and architectural design tools (e.g., MS Suite programs, Newforma, Autodesk Forma, Revit and Enscape).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
• Professional licensure as Registered Architect is strongly desired.
• Professional certifications are highly preferred (e.g., PMP, LEED-AP)

We offer a very competitive salary in a low cost of living resort area as well as potential bonus(s) annually. We also have benefits that include medical, dental, vision, legal services, life, short-and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, holidays, and parental leave. Instead in getting additional education and certifications, we offer reimbursement opportunities.