Architecture Lead

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Shape the future of our architectural practice while leading transformative projects as our Architecture Lead. In this pivotal role, you'll serve as the primary client leader for B&N Architecture in the Virigina region, building lasting relationships, driving business development, and delivering exceptional project experiences. You'll orchestrate the growth of our practice through strategic client engagement while mentoring talented staff and maintaining the highest standards of design excellence.

What You'll Do

Combine technical architectural expertise with business development acumen to grow our practice while delivering exceptional projects that exceed client expectations

Foster new client relationships from initial contact through project completion

Extend and help maintain existing established and successful relationships

Drive business development, including marketing initiatives, proposals, and presentations (with support from our Marketing and Communications team)

Mentor and manage staff, fostering a collaborative environment

Actively participate in project delivery to ensure outstanding client experiences

Oversee project performance, budgets, schedules, and risk management

Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program required; Master of Architecture from an NAAC-accredited program preferred

Registered Architect in the state of employment, or eligibility for reciprocal licensure through NCARB certification

15+ years of professional experience

Proven track record building and maintaining client relationships

Excellent communication skills with keen attention to detail

Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving

Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Worksite address

norfolk, VA, 23500, US

Who can apply

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