Architecture Department Manager

Job Overview

As Department Manager – Architecture, you will lead the architecture production team and deliver advanced facilities for the food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and consumer products industries.

• Lead architectural design team on complex industrial projects, serving as Architect of Record from concept through delivery.
• Manage production of high-quality construction documents (Revit), ensuring design excellence and code compliance.
• Collaborate with clients, engineering, controls, and construction teams to align on project goals and design intent.
• Oversee permitting, bidding, and construction phases while maintaining design integrity and schedule.
• Mentor architectural staff on technical development and production quality standards.
• Responsible for department hiring, workload planning, performance reviews, and coordination with regional and national discipline leaders.
• Conduct field verification, coordination, and design reviews at client sites as needed.

• 12+ years of architectural experience leading design teams in multi-disciplinary A/E/AEC firms.
• Expertise in food, beverage, life science (pharmaceutical, bio-pharmaceutical, medical device), consumer health, or home care sectors, including clean rooms, cold storage, and distribution facilities (preferred).
• Knowledge of ISO standards, cGMP requirements, and relevant building codes.
• Licensed Architect (RA); NCARB certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Office Suite.
• Strong design documentation knowledge.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (required);
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Willing to travel for client meetings, trainings, and industry events.

Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening, and/or skills assessments.