Senior Project Architect

CHA Consulting, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead sports facility design across multiple venues, from early concept through construction.

You'll guide multidisciplinary teams, coordinate architectural specifications, and mentor junior staff while maintaining strong client relationships and ensuring project goals are achieved on time and within budget. This role offers exposure to high-profile stadium enhancements and recreation facilities, with opportunities to influence design

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (Master’s preferred).
• 15+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Experience coordinating architectural specifications.
• Experience with construction administration activities.
• Registered Architect license is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as Revit.
• Strong verbal, written, and graphic communication with leadership and time management.
• Ability to lead in a team environment and multi-task.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and business practices in architecture.
• LEED accreditation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of sports and recreational facility projects from design through construction.
• Lead the technical development of architectural systems across all project phases.
• Participate in bids and proposals; determine project objectives and requirements.
• Demonstrate creativity and sound architectural judgment to advance project goals.
• Prepare 2D and 3D presentations as needed.
• Manage client relations and travel to attend meetings as needed.
• Mentor and coordinate junior staff and project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Communication skills

Revit

MS Office

QA/QC familiarity

Construction administration

Architecture coordination

Registered Architect license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture (preferred)

Job description

Senior Project Architect – Sports Facility Design

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Architect to join our Sports Team in Atlanta, GA; Boston, MA; Albany, NY; Savannah, GA; or Portland, ME, and oversee the design of sports venues, team facilities, stadium enhancements, and recreation facilities. This is your opportunity to lead impactful sports facility projects, collaborate with multidisciplinary experts, and help create environments that energize athletes and inspire fans.

What You’ll Do

• Lead the delivery of sports and recreational facility projects from design through construction, ensuring compliance with government regulations, zoning codes, and industry standards
• Lead the technical development of architectural systems across all project phases to ensure compliance with performance and regulatory requirements
• Participate in the preparation of bids and project proposals and determine project objectives and requirements
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and sound architectural judgment in solving design challenges and advancing project goals
• Prepare 2D and 3D presentations as needed
• Manage all aspects of client relations, traveling as needed to attend regular meetings and serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle
• Mentor and coordinate junior staff and project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required; Master’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 15 years of professional architectural experience required
• Proficiency in coordinating architectural specifications required
• Experience with construction administration activities and responsibilities preferred
• Registered Architect license required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite as well as Revit
• Exceptional verbal, written, and graphic communication skills with strong leadership, organizational, and time management abilities
• Ability to work and lead in a team environment and multi-task effectively
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures and business practices related to architecture
• LEED accreditation preferred

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Design sports facilities that enhance athlete performance, community engagement, and fan experience
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and experts who specialize in high ‑ impact projects
• Grow your career in a flexible, supportive environment that values innovation and professional development

C urious about the impactful work our Sports team is doing? Discover our innovative projects and commitment to elevating athletic environments by visiting: chasolutions.com/solutions/sports-facility-design/ .

Salary Range

$130,000 - $150,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.