Senior Architect

Woolpert; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Virginia Beach is seeking a Senior Project Architect to drive project execution and guide a dynamic team in delivering innovative architectural solutions. Candidates should possess a minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design, with an Architectural License or NCARB certification required. The position emphasizes collaboration and offers benefits like flexible schedules, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive health insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in architectural design.
• Architectural License or NCARB certification required.
• Proficient in Revit and Bluebeam, advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive project execution with the project manager.
• Guide a team of architects and engineers in project delivery.
• Lead research into design codes and materials.

Skills

Architectural design

Project management

Revit proficiency

Bluebeam proficiency

Building code knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Architectural License

NCARB certification

LEED accreditation

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Woolpert

We seek to move the world forward through innovative thinking.

Woolpert is an award-winning, global leader in architecture, engineering, and geospatial services. We blend design excellence with cutting‑edge technology to deliver exceptional client value. Our team is passionate about their work and committed to building the next generation of industry leaders, and as a certified Great Place to Work®, Woolpert embraces progress and innovation to create limitless opportunities for career growth.

Senior Project Architect – Virginia Beach, VA

Woolpert is hiring a Senior Project Architect to join our dynamic Architecture team in our Virginia Beach, VA office. This position reports to the Architectural Team Leader and is responsible for contributing to multiple project types across the region and across the nation. Project types include lower/higher educational facilities, data centers, and other public or private market developments.

We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants must already possess work authorization in the country the job is located.

What You Will Do

• Drive project execution, along with the project manager, working closely with clients, consultants, team members, and other project contributors.
• Guide and manage a team of architects, engineers, and production staff to deliver innovative projects that exceed client expectations.
• Lead research into relevant code, materials and systems, and client‑specific prompts, leveraging derived insights to create unique and innovative design solutions.
• Develop thoughtful technical solutions and manage the delivery of clear and concise project documentation.
• Seek opportunities to contribute to design excellence by playing an active role in a collaborative design process.
• Participate in the conceptual design of projects and provide full support through the entire project life cycle.
• Develop and represent lead technical viewpoint on projects.
• Review completed reports, plans, estimates, and calculations.
• Prepare graphics, presentations, contract drawings, and regulatory submissions.
• Organize and maintain project record information and drawings.
• Coordinate with clients, project consultants, and engineers.
• Plan and supervise design and/or technical work of less senior architects and technicians.

What You Will Bring

• Minimum of 15 years’ experience in the design of architectural projects.
• Architectural License or NCARB certification required; LEED accreditation preferred.
• Proficient in Revit and Bluebeam with advanced-level competency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to apply architectural principles to buildings/structures and their components or assemblies.
• Ability to handle designing and drafting assignments including site plans, floor plans, elevations, and sections required.
• Self‑motivated to meet deadlines and improve process and deliverables.
• Ability to write reports and specifications required.

Benefits You Will Love

• Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
• Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
• Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
• Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
• Paid sick time, retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend, employee assistance program, and more!

Base pay offered may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Woolpert is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with equal‑employment‑opportunity laws.