Senior Architect - Registered Architect

Clark Nexsen; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, is seeking a Senior Architect in Virginia Beach to lead design across phases and mentor teams. You will drive technical design, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure documentation quality and constructability.

The role requires a licensed architect with 12+ years of experience, proficiency in Revit/Rhino/Bluebeam, and strong client-facing abilities. Travel to project sites is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• NAAB-accredited architecture degree required.
• Licensed Architect with current credentials.
• LEED AP or equivalent sustainability credential.
• 12+ years of progressive architectural experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience as lead designer on federal/state/municipal/healthcare/commercial/education projects.
• Proficient in architectural modeling & visualization tools (Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam).
• Strong knowledge of building codes, sustainability and construction practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to oversee budgets and schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design across project phases, establishing technical approach and design intent.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate architectural solutions.
• Ensure quality, constructability and QA/QC of documents.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and develop innovative design solutions.
• Provide field oversight during construction administration; conduct site visits and RFIs.
• Travel to JMT locations and project sites as needed.
• Meet with clients to validate scope; deliver presentations on concepts and design solutions.
• Partner with Project Managers to oversee design teams and ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Building Relationships and Teamwork

Communication

Job Proficiency

Time Management

Results Oriented

Leadership

Mentoring

Employee management

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree

Licensed Architect

LEED AP or equivalent credential

Tools

Revit

Rhino

Bluebeam

Job description

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients-while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

Position summary

The Senior Architect leads architectural design services across all project phases—from conceptual design through construction administration—on moderate to large-scale, complex projects. This role provides technical and design leadership, serves as the primary architectural point of contact for clients, supports business development efforts, mentors staff, and drives quality, consistency, and execution excellence across projects.

Compensation for this position is $130,000.00 - $180,000.00, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Lead architectural design for projects by establishing the technical approach and design intent.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate architectural solutions for a seamless deliverable.
• Ensure the quality, constructability, and technical integrity of documents through consistent application of firm QA/QC standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and develop innovative design solutions for challenging project conditions.
• Provide oversight during construction administration, including field visits, RFIs, shop drawing review.
• Travel to JMT locations and project sites is required as needed.

Client & Project Delivery

• Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of services.
• Deliver presentations to clients, contractors, and the public on interview processes, technical concepts, and design solutions.
• Partner with Project Managers to oversee design and technical teams, supporting delivery of projects within established scope, schedule, and budget parameters.
• Establish and maintain positive client relationships.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor architectural staff by providing coaching, feedback, goal‑setting support, and guidance on technical strategies and project approaches.

Business Development & Market Engagement

• Support senior leadership and participate in marketing pursuits, proposals, and interviews.
• Actively pursue project opportunities by developing and maintaining relationships with current and prospective clients.
• Contribute to expanding work across market sectors.
• Represent the firm through participation in professional, industry, and community organizations.

Key Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Building Relationships and Teamwork
• Communication
• Job Proficiency
• Time Management
• Results Oriented
• Leadership
• Mentoring
• Employee management

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture from an NAAB‑accredited program.
• Licensed Architect.
• LEED AP or comparable sustainability credential.
• 12+ years of progressive architectural practice experience, including leadership roles within an architectural or multidisciplinary A/E firm.
• Experience as a lead designer or Architect on federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, education, or similar projects.
• Advanced proficiency in architectural modeling and visualization tools (e.g., Revit, Rhino, Bluebeam, and related platforms).
• Strong understanding of building codes, sustainability requirements, and construction practices.
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to oversee project execution with accountability for budget, schedule, and quality outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Design‑Build, CM at Risk, Design‑Bid‑Build delivery methods desirable.
• Demonstrated client leadership or seller‑doer experience.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 95% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasion where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.