Senior Federal Architect – Lead Mission-Critical Facilities

RS&H; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

RS&H is seeking a Senior Architect to join our Federal Market Buildings team in Colorado Springs, CO. You will deliver architectural solutions for mission‑driven facilities, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and leading technical efforts across all project phases.

Ideal candidates have NAAB‑accredited architecture training, a current architectural license, and 10+ years of experience with federal or government projects, along with strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• NAAB‑accredited architecture degree or equivalent experience.
• Active architectural license in good standing.
• 10+ years of architectural experience with major projects or multiple medium‑scale projects.
• Experience supporting Federal, military, or government clients.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and ordinances.
• Proficiency in architectural production software and construction document development.

Responsibilities

• Define architectural project elements and processes to meet Federal client needs.
• Coordinate estimates, proposals, and bid preparations.
• Ensure performance to contract requirements through planning and monitoring work orders and deliverables.
• Plan and develop architectural projects involving complex and unique challenges.
• Provide full technical support through all phases of project delivery.
• Coordinate with project management, architects, and firm leadership on technical solutions and product strategies.
• Promote and maintain client relationships and support business development efforts.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert on assigned projects and specialized systems.
• Review junior staff work for technical accuracy and provide mentorship and technical guidance.
• Perform quality control reviews, field reviews, inspections, and construction observations.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams and, as needed, manage a small group of direct reports.

Skills

Architectural design

Project leadership

Federal government experience

Code compliance

Mentorship

Team coordination

Client relationship

Construction documentation

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree

Job description

RS&H is seeking a Senior Architect to join our Federal Market Buildings team in Colorado Springs, CO. You will deliver architectural solutions for mission‑driven facilities, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and leading technical efforts across all project phases.

Ideal candidates have NAAB‑accredited architecture training, a current architectural license, and 10+ years of experience with federal or government projects, along with strong leadership and communication skills.