Senior Architect
About The Position
WSP is seeking a Senior Architect to support federal programs in the United States and internationally, collaborating with WSP design teams around the globe. Arlington, Virginia is the preferred location, but other WSP CONUS locations are considered: New York, New York; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; San Antonio, Texas; Huntsville, Alabama; Denver, Colorado; San Diego, California; Tacoma, Washington; and Meridian, Idaho. The role applies architectural techniques to projects ranging from small to large, using independent judgment to evaluate and adapt standard design methods. The Senior Architect leads design team members in preparing design documents and project materials, completes architectural designs and working drawings, prepares specifications, and performs technical reviews in support of the office’s quality-control program. The role also involves client interaction and business development support, site and construction inspections, and may include developing proposals and coordinating the work of lower-level architects. Travel to project or client sites, including some international travel and possible overnight stays, may be required.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or equivalent.
- 7–10 years of related design experience, including federal-related work.
- Successful experience managing architectural projects.
- Familiarity with federal standards.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
- U.S. citizenship, due to client requirements.
- Ability to travel to project or client sites as needed, including some international travel and potential overnight stays.
- Proficiency with CADD and REVIT platforms and their capabilities.
Nice To Haves
- Architectural license.
- NCARB Certification.
- Experience with NAVISWORKS.
- Active U.S. Government Security clearance.
Responsibilities
- Perform architectural assignments across small and large projects, applying and adapting standard design techniques, procedures, and criteria.
- Interact with current clients and assist in pursuing new work by leveraging existing market relationships.
- Lead design team members in preparing design documents, reports, and related project documents using REVIT and other applicable software.
- Perform thorough technical reviews in support of the office’s Quality Control program.
- Complete project designs and prepare architectural working drawings and related project documents.
- Prepare project specifications and compile and analyze relevant data.
- Conduct site and construction inspections, gather information, and compile reports for management.
- Assist in developing proposals as needed.
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and oversee the work of lower-level architects as needed.
- Make responsible and ethical decisions regarding company funds, resources, and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
- Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Disability coverage
- Life coverage
- Retirement savings
- Paid sick leave
- Paid vacation or other personal time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid time off for bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
