Senior Architecture & Programs Advisor

DNI (Delaware Nation Industries); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Covers premiums

401K

Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Professional development

Parking and transit benefits

Job summary

Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) is seeking a senior architectural program advisor to support the PDCS/DE office. You will analyze complex issues, prepare executive-level briefings, and coordinate responses across multiple offices to advance overseas building programs.

The role requires a licensed architect with 10+ years of experience, strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to manage data-driven projects while aligning with federal standards and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Accredited bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture.
• Required architectural license.
• 10+ years of experience in architectural design with knowledge of industry standards, codes, materials and construction practices.
• Strong verbal, written and visual skills.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Specialized knowledge in embassy design criteria and design management.
• Ability to develop work breakdown structures into modular components.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior-level technical and program advisory resource supporting front office priorities by independently analyzing complex issues and preparing executive briefing materials and recommendations.
• Provide expert analytical and coordination support for inquiries, including developing draft responses and tracking corrective action plans.
• Perform senior technical research and analysis for updates to policy handbooks, evaluating impacts and risks.
• Lead collaboration with External Affairs by preparing strategic communication materials and ensuring leadership awareness of risks and dependencies.
• Lead enterprise-level analysis for the OBO Guide, ensuring data accuracy, traceability and usability for planning.
• Conduct advanced research and benchmarking of standards to reduce redundancy and improve constructability.
• Provide senior advisory support to cross-directorate working groups and track action items.
• Oversee governance and analytical support for OPSR SharePoint site and related project guides.
• Develop senior-level analytical assessments on simplifying standards and expanding participation while evaluating cost, schedule and risk.
• Produce executive briefings, infographics, presentations and written analyses for leadership decisions.
• Conduct benchmarking of industry standards and best practices for government consideration.
• Provide data stewardship and governance support for MRD, including taxonomy development and data integration.
• Assess Controlled Access Areas (CAA) requirements with risk trade-offs and implementation considerations.
• Work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Strong verbal skills

Strong written skills

Strong visual skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

10+ years experience in architectural 

Embassy design criteria

Design management

Cost optimization

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture

Architectural license

Job description

Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO) is seeking a senior architectural program advisor to support the PDCS/DE office. You will analyze complex issues, prepare executive-level briefings, and coordinate responses across multiple offices to advance overseas building programs.

The role requires a licensed architect with 10+ years of experience, strong written and verbal skills, and the ability to manage data-driven projects while aligning with federal standards and safety requirements.