Architect - Federal

Clark Nexsen is seeking a creative, ambitious Architect III – Federal with experience on Federal projects that share our commitment to design excellence, sustainability, and innovation. You will join a team of architects and designers, working in a multi-discipline, collaborative, and engaging team-based environment that draws on multiple perspectives in the pursuit of innovative solutions. As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to shape architectural projects in a variety of typologies and scales for the Department of Defense (DoD) and other government agencies. . The ideal candidate for this position will be energetic and passionate about design, committed to quality, engaged in team, office, and firm-wide initiatives, able to work independently and in a team environment, an enthusiastic mentor for other design staff, and able to prioritize work.

The Virginia Beach, VA office is the ideal location for the candidate hired for this position. Consideration will be given for other office locations should a candidate apply who displays the experience required to work independent of the main federal architecture team.

General responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Collaborate with project teams during project design phases including programming, concept development, schematic design, design development, and construction documentation
• Develop design sketches, renderings, models, graphics, presentation materials, analysis, construction drawings and schedules
• Participate in the bidding and construction administration of projects including jobsite visits, review of submittals, and responding to contractor questions
• Communicate and engage with a wide variety of stakeholders including clients, owners, users, team members, consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies to achieve overall project objectives
• Contribute to office activities, initiatives, and participation in continuous learning
• Mentor junior design staff in their professional development
• Help deliver great projects with a sense of energy, passion and personal responsibility!
  
  

Education, Technology, And Experience

• Professional degree from an NAAB accredited Architecture program
• 8 or more years of professional experience
• Fully licensed Architect in at least one US state
• Be familiar with United Facilities Criteria (UFC) as they relate to design of DoD and government facilities
• Experience in the design of Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities (SCIFs) and spaces with Radio Frequency (RF) shielding is preferred
• Have the ability to gain and maintain a Secret security clearance
• US Citizenship is required
• Additional accreditations supporting the firm’s commitment to design and continued personal growth (LEED AP, WELL, etc.) will be given special consideration
• Ability and experience in producing quality construction documents, and a solid understanding of building detailing, construction principles and practices
• Proficient use of Revit in producing complex models and construction documents. Additional exposure to 3D modeling, visualization, and graphics software; Rhino, Grasshopper, Lumion, Enscape, Twinmotion, and Adobe Suite are preferred
• Excellent graphic, drawing, and presentation capabilities
• Exposure to environmental analysis applications such as Climate Studio, Sefaira, Insight360, and Lady Bug/Honeybee is a plus
• Commitment to sustainable design principles and interest in achieving accreditation in LEED AP, WELL AP, and/or Green Globes
  
  

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Effective communication skills
• Problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Collaborative and professional work ethic
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion, set priorities and manage competing demands
• Self-starter with ability to manage time and operate with some degree of autonomy
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality
• Motivated towards continuous growth and development through mentoring, knowledge building, and training
  
  

Physical Requirements

Work is sedentary and often performed in an office setting. Work area is lighted, heated, and ventilated. This position may require extended periods of standing, sitting, as well as some repetitive movements, bending and lifting of minimal weight. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Workplace Flexibility

We have selected two as common days in the office to nurture collaboration and innovation and to support learning and growth through engagement with colleagues. We are asking everyone to be present on Mondays and Thursdays, with a required third day that will provide additional flexibility and be set established between you and your supervisor (with consideration given to your project team members and clients). Our hope is that this schedule will offer the work-life balance that is desired by all, while providing consistent opportunities for face-to-face collaboration and mentorship.

Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Together we discover, inspire, and shape ideas that transform our world. We design for a greater purpose. Our culture results from a collective effort to innovate and inspire, to support and challenge, to impact and transform. Great ideas are the result of collaboration between individuals with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and passions. Our process advances communities through discovery and design. We believe ideas have the power to change the world.