Senior Design Architect

AECOMs Virginia Beach Virginia office is seeking a Senior Design Architect.  From our vibrant multidisciplinary studio set in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains we serve a strong network of clients locally nationally and internationally. Many of our team members enjoy the opportunity to invest their efforts in our local community as well as learn about and design for a variety of cultures and environments around the globe.  A future as part of AECOMs Roanoke Virginia team is an opportunity to grow your design career. 

You will work on and should have some experience with an interesting range of Higher Education Healthcare Science & Technology & Federal Government projects. Demonstrable design experience through awards publications and other industry recognition is desirable. The ability to travel is essential to this role. Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples. 

The job responsibilities for the position include but are not limited to:

• Collaborates with the Design Director and other team members in developing design concepts
• Meet directly with the owner/client and analyze project goals
• Conceives and develops architectural concepts/solutions for those goals
• Generates design ideas and solutions and communicates effectively to the project team
• Designs in accordance with project schedules budgets applicable codes and ordinances
• Initiate and create designs with responsibility for the preparation of presentation drawings models and narratives
• Directs the production of schematic design development and construction documents
• Manages design responsibilities on several concurrent projects
• Oversees the review of design documents for compliance with program and design concepts
• Directs and coordinates design consultants in all phases
• Develop integrated design solutions balancing the needs of all design disciplines related to overall building design
• Generates and supervises design presentations
• Participates in and/or leads client presentations and interviews
• Promotes firm and project goals of excellence in design execution and environmental responsibility
• Takes an active role in a local professional association and represents the firm at national events and outside associations
• Demonstrates understanding of project management process including scope budgets and schedule
• Stays current with evolving building technology and systems applicable to the design process
• Performs tasks in congruence with AECOM standards of excellence
• Leads organizes and directs project design team members
• Demonstrates architectural judgment in anticipating and solving complexities and determining program objectives and requirements
• Supports AECOMs business development team in marketing to prospective owners/clients
• Works with Design Director and Architecture Studio Manager to build and maintain the design culture of the studio
• Coaches and mentors skills that support the development of future design talent
• Responsible for providing architectural guidance calculations analysis studies and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedules and budget of an assigned project
• May manage various size groups of architects designers and/or specialists

AECOMs Buildings Places practice includes architecture interiors building engineering workplace strategy business transformation asset advisory economics and development planning master planning urban planning and landscape architecture. With a range of expertise from strategy and design through project realization we create better outcomes to grow economies protect natural systems conserve natural resources and connect and engage people through innovative sustainable design solutions. Our teams have worked on signature projects such as the London 2012 Olympic Park and Legacy Framework to the new plan for the LA2028 Olympics to industrial facilities for GE and RollsRoyce to headquarters and workplaces for NASA Unilever Sony Music DirecTV Box Inc. and many Fortune 500 companies. 

Qualifications :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Architecture plus six (6) years of relevant Architecture Design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Due to the nature of work U.S. Citizenship is required for this position
• Registered Architect is required for this position

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Architecture plus eight (8) years of Design experience is preferred
• Advanced knowledge of architecture and design concepts practices and methods
• High level of creativity innovative thinking and problemsolving
• Excellent sketching and/or computer skills and conceptual design skills
• Experience directing or coordinating work efforts of junior staff
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative and professional work ethic
• Passion and commitment to environmentally responsible design
• LEED AP or within 6 months of hire
• Proficient use of Photoshop Illustrator InDesign Rhino Dynamo (or Grasshopper) Revit 3D Studio Max and other appropriate modeling and graphics programs

Additional Information :

• This role requires the ability and willingness to travel both domestically and internationally
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position
• Relocation assistance (lumpsum) is available for this position

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime