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Federal Architect (Licensed Architect) in Norfolk, Virginia at RS&H, Inc.

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RS&H, Inc.
Norfolk, Virginia, 23510, United States
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RS&H, Inc.
Federal Architect (Licensed Architect)

US-VA-Norfolk

Job ID: 2026-8224
# of Openings: 1
Category: Architecture
Norfolk

Overview

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.



Qualifications

Federal Architect (Hybrid | Norfolk, VA)

RS&H is seeking an experienced, licensed Architect to join our Federal Architecture team in Norfolk, Virginia. This is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility of working both remotely and from our Norfolk office while supporting the planning, design, and delivery of facilities for federal clients.
As a key member of our Buildings team, you will lead and contribute to complex federal architectural projects from concept development through construction administration. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, provide technical leadership, maintain strong client relationships, and help deliver innovative, mission-focused solutions that support federal agencies and their evolving needs.
Responsibilities:
• Support the planning, design, and execution of architectural projects for federal clients.
• Lead architectural design efforts from conceptual development through construction completion.
• Coordinate with project managers, architects, engineers, and other disciplines to develop effective technical solutions.
• Prepare and support proposals, fee estimates, and project pursuits.
• Ensure project deliverables meet contract requirements, quality standards, and client expectations.
• Develop architectural designs and technical documentation for projects with unique or complex requirements.
• Serve as a technical resource and subject matter expert on specialized architectural systems and design solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and project teams throughout all project phases.
• Review work prepared by junior staff for technical accuracy and provide mentorship and guidance.
• Perform quality control reviews, field observations, site inspections, and construction phase support.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams and may supervise a small group of direct reports.
Required Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you must:
• Have a degree in Architecture from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent experience.
• Have 10 years' experience, including working on parts of major projects or multiple, moderate-sized projects, providing technical guidance to entry/junior-level staff, reviewing others' work for technical accuracy, and participating in the design and implementation of new products, processes, standards, and/or operational plans that had great impact on the achievement of functional results.
• Possess an active architectural license in good standing and demonstrate knowledge of state and local building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and other relevant ordinances.
• Be proficient in production software and construction document production.
• Have a passion for formulating and solving problems with timely and innovative solutions.
• Have proven ability successfully addressing challenging issues in a sound professional and business-like manner.
• Possess strong oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively interact with and build strong relationships with clients, customers, contractors, team members, and other key stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Master's degree from an accredited institution in a relevant area of focus.
• Experience supporting federal facilities, military installations, Department of Defense projects, or other government clients is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with federal design standards, client requirements, and multidisciplinary project delivery environments is a plus.
Why Join RS&H?
At RS&H, you'll have the opportunity to shape impactful federal projects that serve communities, agencies, and missions across the country. You'll work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth while enjoying the flexibility of a hybrid work schedule based in Norfolk, Virginia.
Location: Norfolk, VA (Hybrid)
Practice Area: Federal Architecture / Buildings

The salary range for this position is $120,000–$140,000 per year, representing the employer’s goodfaith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on jobrelated skills, experience, internal equity, and geographic location, where applicable.

This role may also be eligible for additional compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, an employee assistance program, retirement and financial protection programs (401(k), short and longterm disability), paid time off (including holidays and paid parental leave), and HSA funding up to $1,200 annually.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.

Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

Job Location

Norfolk, Virginia, 23510, United States

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