Senior Architect

Arcadis; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis, the world leader in sustainable design and engineering, seeks a Senior Architect for its Chandler, Arizona Semiconductor Sector. You will lead design and coordination across complex projects, guiding junior staff while ensuring quality, code compliance, and integrated delivery with engineers and stakeholders.

You will drive architectural excellence on industrial facilities, including cleanrooms and labs, leveraging advanced software and multidisciplinary coordination to meet project

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed Architect required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in architecture, with senior-level experience.
• Experience with A/E or EPCM firms, preferably supporting industrial, semiconductor, cleanroom, laboratory, or advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, construction documents, code compliance, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with attention to detail.
• Ability to lead technical efforts, mentor junior staff, and work across teams.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of international building codes; industrial facilities experience preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced architectural design principles and practice-based standards to contract documents.
• Provide senior-level expertise in design layout, code analysis, material selection, specifications, detailing, and technical reporting.
• Evaluate and apply building materials and systems for complex industrial/high-tech facilities.
• Lead development of design presentations, drawings, and construction documentation.
• Coordinate with project engineers, internal teams, and external stakeholders for integrated delivery.
• Manage architectural scope across multiple concurrent projects, meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Mentor Architects/Designers and developing staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Licensed Architect

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Enscape

Photoshop

Bluebeam

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Arcadis is the world\'s leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world\’s most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to join our Semiconductor Sector in Chandler, Arizona. In this role, you will report to the Architectural Department Manager and lead key technical design and coordination efforts for complex industrial projects. You will be responsible for the investigation, evaluation, and recommendation of design solutions that best meet client needs, while ensuring quality, code compliance, and integration across disciplines.

As a senior technical leader, you will provide architectural expertise in the planning, design, and coordination of large, complex projects, independently applying advanced architectural principles and judgment throughout all phases of design and documentation. This role also includes providing technical leadership, oversight, and mentorship to junior architects and designers.

Experience with A/E or EPCM consulting firms supporting projects in cleanrooms, laboratories, semiconductor fabs, data centers, solar manufacturing, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical facilities is highly desirable.

• Lead and apply advanced architectural design principles and practice-based graphical standards to contract documents.
• Provide senior-level expertise in design layout, building code analysis, material selection, specifications, detailing, and technical report writing.
• Evaluate and apply the technical performance of building materials and systems appropriate for complex industrial and high-tech facilities.
• Lead the development of design presentations, drawing packages, and construction documentation.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with zoning regulations, building codes, and applicable industry standards, coordinating requirements across project documentation.
• Manage and prioritize architectural scope across multiple concurrent projects, while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
• Coordinate closely with project engineers, internal design teams, and external stakeholders to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Lead the coordination of architectural systems with structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and process engineering teams.
• Provide technical direction, quality review, and mentorship to Architect/Designers I and II and other developing staff.
• Support project leadership in resolving design and technical issues during planning, design, and construction phases.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Licensed Architect required.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in architecture, with demonstrated experience in a similar senior-level role.
• Proven experience with A/E or EPCM firms, preferably supporting industrial, semiconductor, cleanroom, laboratory, or other advanced manufacturing facilities.
• Strong knowledge of building systems, construction documentation, code compliance, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with excellent attention to detail and organization.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical efforts, mentor junior staff, and work collaboratively across teams.
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and work effectively both independently and in a team environment, while supporting multiple projects.
• Advanced proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Enscape, Photoshop, Bluebeam, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of international building codes; experience with industrial facilities projects strongly preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, technically complex environment.
• Ability to provide legal US work authorization documents required. Will consider US domestic travelers and relocation.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone\'s contribution matters. It\’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You\’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you\’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. Salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.