Project Architect - Level II or Level III

VIA design architects, pc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Parking or transit pass

Training stipend

Membership dues

Volunteer time off

Job summary

VIA design architects, pc in Virginia Beach seeks a licensed Project Architect with 5+ years of experience to lead a multidisciplinary team. You will guide design from concept through construction, communicating intent through sketches and digital production, and collaborate on proposals and client meetings.

The role requires strong presentation skills and knowledge of sustainability and LEED guidelines. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed architect with 5+ years of professional experience.
• Proven ability to lead design teams from concept through construction.
• Strong communication and graphic presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Generate conceptual designs for projects of various scales.
• Participate in business development, including proposals and interviews.
• Execute construction documents and manage projects through construction.

Skills

Arch license

Team leadership

Communication

Sustainability

LEED knowledge

Revit

Tools

Revit

Lumion

Enscape

SketchUp

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

At VIA, we're not just designing spaces; we're shaping the future. Guided by three core principles: future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we create architecture that transforms the built environment and enriches the lives of those who interact with it.

As we head into our 35th year of practice, we're building a team that's ready to grow with us. Our team members are dedicated to strong design and enhancing our communities through our work and civic engagement, a passion we nurture through close mentoring, skill building, and exploring the best of the region. We're looking for licensed and experienced architects who aren’t just thinking about the next project, but about the next chapter of their career.

What You'll Do

VIA is seeking a talented and licensed Project Architect with 5+ years of experience to join our multidisciplinary design team. We're looking for a collaborative team player with a proven track record of bringing projects to life, from concept through construction. You'll be challenged daily to lead a team of designers and guide decisions that result in beautiful spaces while meeting our clients' goals, and you should be able to communicate design intent effectively through both sketching and digital production. In addition, you will:

• Generate conceptual designs for projects of various scales and sizes
• Participate in business development, including proposal development and interview participation
• Execute construction documents and manage projects through construction

What You'll Bring

• Active architecture license with 5+ years of professional experience
• Clear presentation and graphic capabilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Fluency in current Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu
• Experience collaborating in Lumion, Enscape, and Sketchup
• Knowledge of sustainability, integrated design, and LEED guidelines
• Organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and ethical

Compensation

VIA aligns compensation with AIA regional standards, factoring in firm size, revenue, and local market data. This role requires an active architectural license. Salary for this position is structured across Architect I–III levels, with a range of $72,000–$99,000, commensurate experience and capability.

Why VIA

This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth, offering involvement in the full range of skills required by an architect, from business development to design and project execution, backed by close mentorship as you build toward what's next.

VIA offers 100% employer-paid health insurance, a generous 401(k) match, and paid time off, plus your birthday and holidays of your choice. You'll also receive paid parking or a public transit pass, an annual training stipend, paid professional membership dues, and paid volunteer time off.