Project Architect

VIA design | Norfolk, VA

ABOUT VIA DESIGN
At VIA, we’re not just designing spaces; we’re shaping the future. Guided by three core principles of future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we create architecture that transforms the built environment and enriches the lives of those who interact with it.

As we head into our 35th year of practice, we are thinking carefully about what comes next, and that starts with our team. We’re looking for licensed and experienced architects who are thinking ahead, not just about the next project, but about the next chapter of their career. People who are as invested in this community as we are and who care about the impact they have on the places where they live and practice.

PROJECT ARCHITECT
VIA is seeking a licensed Project Architect with 5+ years of architectural experience and a collaborative mindset to advance multiple projects through a full range of architectural skill sets. Working with project leadership, you will translate conceptual visions into built reality. The ideal candidate communicates design intent seamlessly through hand-sketching and digital production, with fluency in Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Guide daily design and technical decisions to create beautiful spaces that align with our clients’ goals
  • Execute comprehensive construction document packages and manage projects through construction
  • Build strong relationships with internal design teams, clients, and engineering consultants
  • Support business and project operations through proposal development, shortlist interviews, and client presentations

LEARN MORE + APPLY
To learn more about our team and our work, or to submit your letter of interest, resume, and digital portfolio, please visit viadesignarchitects.com/careers.

Project Leader

VIA design | Norfolk, VA

ABOUT VIA DESIGN
At VIA, we’re not just designing spaces; we’re shaping the future. Guided by three core principles of future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we create architecture that transforms the built environment and enriches the lives of those who interact with it.

As we head into our 35th year of practice, we are thinking carefully about what comes next, and that starts with our team. We’re looking for licensed and experienced architects who are thinking ahead, not just about the next project, but about the next chapter of their career. People who are as invested in community as we are and who care about the impact they have on the places where they live and practice.

PROJECT LEADER
VIA is seeking a licensed Project Leader with 6+ years of architectural experience and a proven track record of project management. In collaboration with VIA Principals, you will independently manage teams, direct project vision across multiple concurrent projects, and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate brings a strong understanding of the architectural process, diverse construction techniques, and fluency in Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Serve as the primary point of contact coordinating the owner, consultant team, and internal design team
  • Lead projects from schematic design through construction administration
  • Full accountability for project schedules, budgets, and performance tracking
  • Guide decisions to deliver aesthetic and functional spaces that meet client goals
  • Foster a collaborative studio culture and mentor next-generation talent

TO APPLY + LEARN MORE
To learn more about our team and our work, or to submit your letter of interest, resume, and digital portfolio, please visit viadesignarchitects.com/careers.

Architectural Associate/Architect I – III

Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton Architects | Charlottesville, VA

Come join our team! For over ninety years, Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton Architects has worked closely with clients to create timeless works inspired by regional and environmental context. Spanning a range of styles, our projects extend throughout the United States and abroad. We are seeking multiple well-rounded candidates with varying levels of professional experience (0-8+), who are passionate about design and construction at all levels, and who possess conceptual talent, technical ability, and strong communication skills.

The ideal candidates have the following credentials and abilities:

  • Professional architectural degree from an accredited school (required)
  • Strong organizational skills and verbal, written, and graphic communication skills, including hand sketching
  • Strong design, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for self-motivated learning, discovery, and improvement
  • Willingness to take on responsibility and grow in a collaborative studio environment
  • Experience coordinating and collaborating with consultant teams and contractors
  • Experience managing and producing architectural contract documents
  • Construction administration experience
  • Experience with high-end institutional and commercial projects
  • Experience and proficiency with CAD or BIM software, Adobe Creative Suite, and digital modeling
  • Architectural license and LEED AP credentials preferred but not required

Benefits of working at DGP:

  • Competitive salary for 40-hr work week with compensation for overtime work
  • Paid employee health insurance and health savings account
  • SIMPLE IRA with firm matching
  • Paid leave for holidays, vacation, and personal days
  • Paid leave for qualifying family events
  • Employee life insurance
  • Parking provided on firm property or in one of the downtown parking garages
  • Professional development support for AXP and licensure
  • Reimbursement for AREs
  • AIA Membership

If interested and qualified, please provide a PDF cover letter, resume, and work sample, including hand sketches, digital graphics, and a writing sample, to employment@dgparchitects.com.

Historic Preservation Project Architect

Glavé & Holmes Architecture | Richmond, VA

Glavé & Holmes is seeking a skilled and passionate Historic Preservation Project Architect to join our Historic Preservation Studio. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in architectural design and team leadership with specialized experience in historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and contextual design.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Preservation-Focused Project Leadership: Lead architectural projects with a focus on historic preservation and adaptive reuse, from concept through completion. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources while maintaining historical integrity and contextual relevance.
  • Documentation & Construction Administration: Lead the project team in producing detailed construction documents and specifications, including those required for preservation approvals and historic tax credits.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Ensure projects meet local, state, and federal preservation guidelines, including those set by the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with clients, preservation consultants, community groups, and internal teams to develop design strategies that honor historical significance and meet contemporary needs.
  • Mentorship & Studio Culture: Mentor junior staff in preservation practices and contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven studio environment.

Qualifications:

  • Professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch or M.Arch).
  • Licensed Architect
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in architectural practice, focused on historic preservation and/or adaptive reuse.
  • Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and 3D modeling software (e.g., Rhino, SketchUp).
  • Strong understanding of traditional building systems, materials, and preservation techniques.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

Salary is negotiable depending upon experience and qualifications.

All interested parties are invited to submit their resume, portfolio, and cover letter to Alaxandra Nuckols at anuckols@glaveandholmes.com.

Architect

Colley Architects, P.C. | Blacksburg, VA

Colley Architects is currently seeking an Architect for our office located in Blacksburg, Virginia. This position requires a person that is a team player and can lead multi-discipline project coordination. Potential candidates should have a professional work ethic and the ability to interface with clients on a daily basis in order to provide exceptional customer service.

Position is Salary, Full Time, Minimum of 40 Hours per Week, M-F

Potential for future partnership / ownership opportunities with the firm

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years’ experience in Architecture is desired
  • Professional Degree in Architecture
  • Registered Architect License (preferred) or on an active path to becoming licensed in Virginia
  • Comfortable stepping into project manager position on smaller projects (production on larger jobs)
  • Possess knowledge of applicable building codes in evaluating code compliance
  • Hardworking and devoted to the creation of dynamic, engaging designs
  • Ideally possess strong design and graphic skills
  • Ability to multi-task and establish priorities.
  • Must exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility, and leadership
  • Must possess good time-management skills and strong organizational skills with strict attention to detail
  • Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Fluent in architectural design understanding and coordination
  • 3+ years’ experience with Revit
  • Enthusiastic about being a lifelong learner
  • Have a sense of humor!

Email resume and work samples to tim.colley@colleyarch.com

Construction Administration Architect

Torti Gallas + Partners | Norfolk, VA

Location: Hampton Roads Region (Norfolk / Virginia Beach / Newport News, VA)
Firm: Torti Gallas + Partners
Salary: $120,000–$130,000 (commensurate with experience)

Torti Gallas + Partners is seeking a Senior Construction Administration Architect to lead the construction phase of complex multifamily and mixed‑use projects throughout the Hampton Roads region. This field‑focused role ensures design intent, quality, and technical excellence are maintained from concept through completion. Join an award‑winning national design firm recognized for planning, placemaking, urban design, and architecture that serves residential, retail, and mixed‑use clients nationwide. Our work is guided by timeless design principles, community engagement, and disciplined execution. We foster a collaborative, studio‑based culture that supports creativity, growth, and meaningful careers.

Responsibilities:
Lead construction administration for complex projects, ensuring alignment with design intent and contract documents. Coordinate with owners, contractors, and consultants; review submittals and RFIs; prepare field reports; and resolve design issues promptly. Conduct site visits, review payment applications and change orders, and uphold firm standards for quality and service.

Qualifications:
Minimum 5+ years of construction administration experience with an architectural firm.
Experience with concrete construction, precast elements, and residential or mixed‑use projects.
Revit proficiency preferred.
Experience with NAVFAC, Design‑Build, or military housing a plus.
Strong technical knowledge, documentation, and communication skills.
Architectural license preferred but not required.

What We Offer:
Competitive compensation ($120K–$130K), comprehensive benefits, mentorship, and opportunities to work across multiple offices and diverse project types.

Apply: Submit your resume and portfolio through the AIA Career Center or directly to Andrell Forelien-Hamm, HR Director, at AForelienHamm@tortigallas.com

posted 3/27/2026

Architect I | Architect II


HEDS Architects | Charlottesville, VA

HEDS is a full-service, women-owned firm dedicated to the intersection of modern design and sustainable practice. Our commitment to design excellence is reflected in our numerous AIA awards at both the local and state levels.

The Role
We are seeking a talented, self-directed Architect/Designer to join our Charlottesville-based team. The ideal candidate is organized, thorough, and thrives in a collaborative environment. In this role, you will work closely with a Partner through all project phases—from initial concept and documentation to detailed construction sets.

Requirements

  • Education: Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
  • Skills: Strong design aptitude and technical proficiency.
  • Software: Proficiency in BIM/CAD is required. We utilize Archicad, but experience in Revit or similar 3D platforms is highly valued. Rhino proficiency is a plus.
  • Location: Full-time in our Charlottesville office; remote/hybrid arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

Please submit a digital resume and portfolio (including both academic and professional work). to info@hedsarchitects.com

posted 3/20/2026

Design Manager

Alloy Architecture & Construction | Charlottesville, VA

Join Alloy as a Design Manager
Big Ideas. Real Budgets. Happy Clients.

At Alloy, great design doesn’t just look good on trace paper — it gets built beautifully. We’re looking for a Design Manager who can dream big at 9:00 a.m., talk about the budget at 10:00, lead a client meeting at noon, and still care deeply about the alignment of a ceiling fan at 4:30. Someone who loves both the spark of an idea and the satisfaction of a perfectly coordinated drawing set. This role is equal parts creative vision and thoughtful guidance for our clients.

You’ll be the person who:

  • Translates “We love this Pinterest board…” into a cohesive, buildable design
  • Keeps multiple projects moving without breaking a sweat
  • Balances creativity with cost-awareness (yes, at the same time)
  • Produces documentation so clear our Project Development and Construction
  • teams want to high-five you
  • Makes clients feel guided, heard, and genuinely excited about the journey

At Alloy, we believe great work happens when:

  • Craft meets technical precision
  • Communication is clear, kind, and proactive
  • Budgets and schedules are respected
  • Curiosity is encouraged
  • And everyone rows in the same direction

We take our projects seriously, but we like to enjoy the process along the way. If you’re
energized by collaboration and seeing your ideas move from sketch to site with integrity
and momentum, you’ll fit right in.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited Architecture program.
  • Minimum three years of experience working full time for an architectural firm.
  • Talent and confidence in developing and communicating design intent and concepts.
  • Proficiency with Sketchup.
  • Experience with both commercial and residential architecture projects.

email cover letter, resume, and work sample to hiring@alloyworkshop.com

posted 3/6/2026

Project Architect

Project Architect
VIA design | Norfolk, VA

ABOUT VIA DESIGN
VIA isn’t just about designing spaces; we’re about shaping the future. Guided by our three core principles of future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we strive to create architecture that not only shapes the built environment but also positively impacts the lives of those who interact with it. Our team members are dedicated to strong design and enhancing our communities through our work and civic engagement, a passion that is nurtured through close mentoring, skill building, and exploring the best of the region.

POSITION OVERVIEW
VIA is seeking a talented and licensed Project Architect with 5+ years of experience to join our multidisciplinary design team. We are looking for a collaborative team player with a proven track record of bringing projects to life, from concept through construction.

As a Project Architect at VIA, you’ll be challenged daily to lead a team of designers and guide decisions that result in beautiful spaces while meeting our clients’ goals. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing built work and facilitating multiple projects with a variety of team members. You should also be able to communicate design intent effectively through both sketching and digital production. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth, offering involvement in the full range of skills required by an architect, such as:

  • Business development: proposal development and interview participation
  • Design & strategy: schematic design and client presentations
  • Project execution: executing construction documents and managing projects through construction

Visit viadesignarchitects.com/careers for a more detailed job description and to discover more about VIA, our office environment, and the exciting projects you could be a part of!

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, resume, and digital portfolio using the employment interest form at viadesignarchitects.com/careers

posted 12/29/2025

Project Leader

Project Leader
VIA design | Norfolk, VA

ABOUT VIA DESIGN
VIA isn’t just about designing spaces; we’re about shaping the future. Guided by our three core principles of future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we strive to create architecture that not only shapes the built environment but also positively impacts the lives of those who interact with it. Our team members are dedicated to strong design and enhancing our communities through our work and civic engagement, a passion that is nurtured through close mentoring, skill building, and exploring the best of the region.

POSITION OVERVIEW
VIA design is seeking an accomplished Project Leader with an active architecture license and 6+ years of professional leadership experience. This is a project management position where you will work directly with VIA Principals to define and execute project vision from schematic design through construction administration.

As a Project Leader, you’ll be challenged daily to lead teams of designers and consultants, guiding decisions that deliver beautiful, functional spaces and expertly achieve client goals. You’ll be responsible for the full project life cycle, managing and tracking schedules, budgets, and performance across multiple concurrent projects to ensure the design intent is executed successfully. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record of managing built work and a strong understanding of the architectural process.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to have a tangible impact on both our projects and our people, as you will also play a crucial role in developing and mentoring our internal project teams and fostering a culture of shared learning.

Visit viadesignarchitects.com/careers for a more detailed job description and to discover more about VIA, our office environment, and the exciting projects you could be a part of!

Interested individuals should submit a letter of interest, resume, and digital portfolio using the employment interest form at viadesignarchitects.com/careers

posted 12/29/2025