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.