Colley Architects - Project Architect

We are looking for a talented, motivated architect ready to lead projects through all phases from concept to construction administration. In this role, you will balance design expertise, project management, and team leadership to deliver high-quality, sustainable spaces on time and on budget. 

We are also looking for long-term leaders, as this position offers a possible trajectory toward future partnership and/or ownership within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

Project leadership: oversee multiple projects through all design and construction phases, managing schedules, budgets, and team resources.

collaboration & coordination: lead multidisciplinary teams (architects, engineers, contractors) and work directly with clients to translate their vision into actionable plans.

site & design execution: conduct regular site visits, monitor progress, resolve on-site challenges, and ensure compliance with design intent and building codes.

Client engagement: facilitate client meetings, workshops, and presentations to share design proposals and incorporate feedback.

Culture & innovation: stay current on industry trends and bring a collaborative, continuous-improvement mindset to our office.

Qualifications

Experience: 3–5 years in architecture with a track record of managing projects of varying scales.

Licensure: Virginia architect license preferred, or actively on the path to licensure.

Technical & design proficiency: skilled in Revit, with a strong background in building codes and sustainable design principles.

PM readiness: comfortable stepping into a project manager role on smaller projects while contributing to production on larger ones.

Soft skills: exceptional communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills; a natural team motivator who builds great client relationships.

What we offer (benefits)

Growth: potential future partnership/ownership opportunities within the firm.

Compensation: 60,000 - 85,000 based on experience and qualifications plus paid time off (pto).

Development: full support for professional development, continuing education, and licensure.

Environment: a supportive, collaborative workplace that values community engagement and work-life balance.

If this has piqued your interest, jump to https://www.colleyarch.com/careers and fill out the form available there. Be ready to share your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter outlining your experience for the form.