Senior Architect II - RA

Senior Architect II - RA

Join Clark Nexsen, a JMT Company, and become part of a dynamic, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our clients—while making a meaningful impact on our communities and the world through the projects we help bring to life.

A Senior Architect II will be responsible for performing, directing, and supervising all aspects of architectural design services on multi-discipline building design projects of moderate to large scope for commercial and government facilities. They shall serve as a role model and mentor to the architectural support staff and also participate in corporate activities to improve the design quality of our projects and the processes and procedures used during the design, documentation, and construction administration activities of a project.

They shall also be actively involved in the marketing and business development activities of the company and develop strong professional and personal relationships with our clients, contractors, and consultants to foster repeat business.

• Perform all aspects of architectural design as a Senior Architect, including conceptual studies, programming, schematic documents, design development documents, and construction documents.
• Capable of independently leading and executing projects of the highest complexity.
• Meet with clients to prepare and/or validate proposed scope of services.
• Assist in presenting projects to clients, contractors, project team members, AHJ’s, and members of the public through all stages of the project.
• Manage the architectural portion of multi-discipline projects and work with assigned Project Managers to meet project budget, schedule, goals, and objectives.
• Coordinate with Project Manager to directly supervise the teams' design and technical delivery.
• Communicate with the Contractor on Design‑Build projects to verify suitability of systems selected.
• Direct and supervise the work of Architects, Interns, and Designers assigned to the project.
• Ensure staff compliance with quality control policies and procedures.
• Actively support Company marketing and business development activities.

• Capable of leading project team(s).
• Familiarity with design, modeling and graphic software (Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and/or similar applications).
• Advanced level understanding of architectural construction and contract documents.
• Advanced understanding of basic codes, sustainability requirements and their implementation.
• Collaborate with project management to develop and manage design budgets and schedules, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Dedicated to fostering and developing team members professionally.
• Fosters client relationships and/or supports business development activities.
• Is viewed as an architectural leader or subject matter expert within the firm and/or by our clients.
• Leader in client presentation development, public speaking, writing and business correspondence skills.
• Knowledge and participation in marketing activities.

• Bachelor of Architecture from an NAAB‑accredited program – or – Masters of Architecture (MA must be from an NAAB‑accredited program).
• Must be a fully licensed Architect in at least one US state, preferably in the local jurisdiction.
• NCARB certified to facilitate licensure through reciprocity is preferred.
• Holds additional professional and sustainability certifications (e.g., LEED AP, CDT, CCS, CCCA).
• Advanced level knowledge of design, modeling, and graphic software (Revit, Rhino, Enscape, Adobe Creative Cloud, and/or similar applications).
• Minimum of 12 years of significant design and practice experience in a leadership role with an architectural firm or a multi‑discipline Architectural & Engineering firm.
• Experience as a lead designer or Architect in federal, state, municipal, healthcare, commercial, higher education or similar projects plus experience in Design/Build and CM at Risk project delivery methods is desirable.

At JMT, we prioritize a healthy work/life balance and offer a flexible hybrid working schedule. The selected candidate is expected to work in a JMT office location at least three days per week or as needed to perform assigned duties. While most of our work is desk‑based, there may be times when standing, walking, bending and lifting of minimal weight are required.

Our office environment is comfortable, has adequate lighting and temperature, and is free from noise, dust, and other hazards. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.