Senior Architect / Project Manager - Federal Market

RS&H Talent Acquisition•Norfolk, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

RS&H is seeking a Senior Architect / Project Manager to join our Buildings team in Norfolk, Virginia, supporting federal and military clients. This role offers the opportunity to lead planning, renovation, and new construction projects for military and federal clients, guiding work from early concept through delivery alongside integrated teams of architects, engineers, and consultants. The position involves applying technical expertise, strengthening project management skills, building client relationships, and career growth within an employee-owned firm known for complex, mission-focused work.

Requirements

A degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent experience.
An active architectural license in good standing.
10 years of architectural experience, including work on major projects or multiple moderate-sized projects, with federal project delivery experience.
Project delivery experience, including scope development, budget and schedule coordination, team leadership, and execution across multiple assignments.
Strong technical knowledge of building codes, zoning, fire and life safety requirements, construction documentation, and the tools used to support project delivery.
Sound professional judgment, clear communication skills, and the ability to build effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and multidisciplinary teams.
Highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities, and bring a practical, solutions-oriented approach to complex project challenges.
Due to federal contract requirements, this position is limited to candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.

Nice To Haves

Additional credentials such as LEED AP, PMP, or NCARB certification.
Experience with federal planning, renovation, or mission-critical facility programs for military or civilian agency clients.
Active involvement in professional organizations such as AIA, SAME, or similar industry associations.
Visualization and graphic communication skills using tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, or similar software.

Responsibilities

Lead architectural projects from concept through completion, aligning design solutions, technical approach, and delivery strategy with client goals and federal requirements.
Manage project scope, budget, schedule, staffing, and day-to-day team coordination to support successful project execution.
Coordinate with architects, engineers, and other disciplines to deliver high-quality work that meets client expectations, contract requirements, and project objectives.
Provide technical leadership, review work for quality and accuracy, and guide project teams through all phases of delivery.
Serve as a primary client contact on assigned projects, helping define requirements, manage expectations, and maintain strong working relationships.
Maintain professional licensure and stay current on applicable codes, standards, fire and life safety requirements, and federal design criteria.