Director of Architecture- Virginia

Job description

Director of Architecture - Virginia

Lead Virginia's Architectural Practice. Build Communities. Build Your Future.

Thompson & Litton is seeking an experienced, forward-thinking Director of Architecture to lead, manage, and expand our established Virginia architecture practice from our Radford, VA office.

Founded in 1956, Thompson & Litton is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) multidisciplinary firm with eight offices across Virginia, Tennessee, and West Virginia. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Architecture , you will provide strategic leadership for project delivery, design quality, team mentorship, and business growth, while collaborating with our integrated engineering, surveying, and planning divisions.

Why Thompson & Litton?

Retirement and Ownership: As a 100% employee-owned firm, you will earn direct equity through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and retirement benefits.

Stable Legacy: For nearly 70 years, we have delivered engineering, architecture, and planning solutions that strengthen regional communities.

Multidisciplinary Scope: Work alongside in-house civil engineers, surveyors, and planners to deliver comprehensive project solutions.

Benefits and Compensation

Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and 401(k) with company match

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays

Continuing education, professional development, and licensure support

Collaborative, multidisciplinary work environment

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Practice Management

Provide strategic and operational direction for the Virginia architecture practice.

Lead, mentor, and recruit architects, designers, and technical staff.

Manage staffing, workload scheduling, resource allocation, and succession planning.

Partner with executive leadership to drive operational improvements and regional growth.

Project Delivery & Design Excellence

Oversee architectural projects from programming through construction administration.

Monitor project performance metrics, budgets, schedules, and profitability.

Direct the QA/QC process, ensuring strict code compliance and technical accuracy.

Champion practical, sustainable, and high-quality design standards.

Client Relations & Business Development

Maintain and grow long-term client relationships across Virginia.

Coordinate with engineering and surveying divisions to pursue integrated project opportunities.

Lead client presentations, proposals, and business development initiatives.

Represent the firm at industry events and within local communities.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an NAAB-accredited program.

Experience: 10+ years of progressive architectural experience, including direct oversight of teams, budgets, and practice operations.

Licensure: Active Virginia Licensed Architect credential (or eligibility through reciprocity) and current NCARB Certificate (AIA membership preferred).

Technical Proficiency: Strong expertise in building systems, construction materials, building codes, and full-phase documentation.

Working in Radford, VA (The New River Valley)

Based in our Radford office, this role offers an exceptional quality of life in Southwest Virginia:

Cost of Living: Affordable housing options, minimal commute times, and local university amenities (Virginia Tech and Radford University).

Recreation: Proximity to the Blue Ridge Mountains, hiking trails, and paddling on the historic New River.

Proximity: Enjoy a mountain lifestyle while remaining driving distance from Roanoke, Richmond, Charlotte, and Washington, D.C.

Note: Occasional regional travel is required for client meetings and site visits.

Thompson & Litton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Worksite address

radford, VA, 24141, US

Who can apply

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