Senior Architect - Federal Projects

Larson Design Group; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Licensure training provided

Competitive benefits

Bonuses and ESOP

Job summary

Larson Design Group is seeking a Senior Architect for Federal Projects in Phoenix. You will lead design for complex government programs, ensuring security, compliance, and quality from concept through completion.

You will mentor staff and coordinate with federal clients and internal teams. Ideal candidates have 12+ years of experience, NAAB credentials, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SketchUp, and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Architecture from a NAAB‑accredited school is required.
• Minimum twelve (12) years of job‑related experience.
• Registered Architect with NCARB certification is required.
• Strong leadership, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, SketchUp and related software.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and architectural design of complex federal projects with advanced technical expertise.
• Review and coordinate work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and federal compliance.
• Prepare and oversee detailed construction documents meeting federal requirements.
• Apply codes, standards, and agency criteria to resolve design issues and ensure compliance.
• Collaborate with internal disciplines and external stakeholders across all project phases.
• Conduct final QA/QC reviews to meet high standards and client requirements.
• Support proposal development, scope definition, and labor-hour estimating with technical insight.
• Serve as primary client liaison with federal agencies and project teams.
• Mentor architectural staff and promote continuous professional growth.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Photoshop

MS Office

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

NAAB accreditation

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

SketchUp

Photoshop

MS Office

Job description

About Us

At Larson Design Group (LDG), we’re more than an award-winning Architecture, Engineering, and Consulting firm; we’re a team of passionate professionals united by a bold purpose: creatively shaping our world. From designing innovative solutions to building stronger communities, we approach every project with vision, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

As a 100% employee-owned company, every success we achieve belongs to all of us. That ownership mindset drives our decisions, inspires creativity, and fosters a culture where your voice matters. At LDG, you’ll find a dynamic, people-focused environment where we work hard, share knowledge, and celebrate wins together. We offer a flexible work environment, paid training for required licensure, competitive benefits, bonus plans, and a company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) all designed to support your growth, both professionally and personally.

Your Opportunity + Impact

The Senior Architect – Federal Projects provides design leadership and technical expertise for complex federal projects from concept through completion. This role is ideal for an experienced architect who thrives in highly regulated environments and is passionate about delivering secure, compliant, and high-quality design solutions for government clients. The Senior Architect leads multidisciplinary teams, serves as a trusted advisor to federal clients, and ensures all project deliverables meet stringent federal standards, agency requirements, and firm quality expectations. This position plays a critical role in shaping project success through strong leadership, technical oversight, and comprehensive Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and architectural design of complex federal projects, demonstrating advanced technical expertise and the ability to independently manage sophisticated design challenges.
• Review, coordinate, and refine work produced by project team members to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance with federal design standards, agency guidelines, and project objectives.
• Prepare and oversee the development of detailed construction documents that meet federal requirements, emphasizing constructability, security, and long-term performance.
• Apply expert knowledge of federal, state, and local architectural codes, standards, and regulations, including agency-specific criteria, to resolve design issues and ensure full regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate closely with internal disciplines and external stakeholders to promote effective communication and coordination throughout all phases of federal project delivery.
• Conduct final Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) reviews to verify that all deliverables meet the highest standards of quality, accuracy, and federal client requirements prior to submission.
• Support project managers and technical leadership in proposal development, scope definition, and labor-hour estimating, providing technical insight aligned with federal procurement processes.
• Serve as a primary client liaison, working directly with federal agencies and project teams to define, communicate, and refine project scope while translating client objectives into successful design solutions.
• Mentor and guide architectural staff, fostering professional development, technical excellence, and a culture of continuous improvement.
  Education and Experience
• Education: Bachelor of Architecture (5-year program) or Master of Architecture (6-year program) from a NAAB-accredited institution is required.
• Experience: Minimum of twelve (12) years of job-related experience.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Architect (RA) with NCARB certification required.
  Preferred Qualifications
• Strong leadership skills that promote collaboration and project success.
• Advanced understanding in Revit, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Sketch-Up, Photoshop, and other related software programs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power Point, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks and meet project deadlines effectively.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a project team.
• Strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact professionally with clients, vendors, and other external sources.

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