Architecture Lead

Burgess & Niple • Norfolk, VA

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About The Position

Burgess & Niple is hiring an Architecture Lead to shape the future of its architectural practice and lead transformative projects. The role serves as the primary client leader for B&N Architecture in the Virginia region, building and maintaining client relationships, driving business development, and delivering exceptional project experiences. The Architecture Lead will help grow the practice through strategic client engagement, mentor staff, and maintain high standards of design excellence.

The position combines technical architectural expertise with business development responsibilities. It includes active participation in project delivery and oversight of project performance, budgets, schedules, and risk management. Marketing and Communications staff support marketing initiatives, proposals, and presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program.
• Registered Architect in the state of employment, or eligible for reciprocal licensure through NCARB certification.
• 15 or more years of professional experience.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent communication skills and keen attention to detail.
• Adaptable and self-motivated, with an entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach to problem solving.
• Servant leader committed to collaboration, innovation, excellence, and developing others.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Architecture from an NAAC-accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Grow the architecture practice while delivering projects that exceed client expectations.
• Build new client relationships from initial contact through project completion.
• Extend and maintain established client relationships.
• Drive business development, including marketing initiatives, proposals, and presentations, with support from the Marketing and Communications team.
• Mentor and manage staff, fostering a collaborative environment.
• Participate actively in project delivery to provide outstanding client experiences.
• Oversee project performance, budgets, schedules, and risk management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior