Project Architect - Architecture - Senior

Moffatt & Nichol in collaboration with Waggonner & Ball, a Moffatt & Nichol Studio, are actively seeking a Senior Architect with 15+ years of experience to help expand our footprint into the Mid-Atlantic! As the successful new hire, you will lead our Federal architectural projects from our Norfolk (other office options include: or Raleigh, NC) office. You will lead the design, development, and execution of large-scale military facilities as part of the US Navy's Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) and be an integral part to the growth of our Mid-Atlantic architectural team! For individuals working from offices other than Norfolk, you must be willing and available to be in Norfolk to attend client meetings and meet with local Moffatt & Nichol management about 1 week per month.
This position will contribute to Moffatt & Nichol's ongoing success by planning, executing, and managing projects ranging from $10 million to over $500 million in construction values. This role is critical in supporting the Navy's SIOP program to recapitalize and reconfigure infrastructure for improved industrial performance. Specific projects include administrative buildings, maintenance shops, training facilities, secure installations, utilities and support infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in managing complex, secure, and compliance-driven projects within military or government environments. You will lead the development of integrated design proposals for both design-build and design-bid-build projects, oversee and manage comprehensive work plans, monitor project financials, and coordinate directly with clients. In this role, you will lead the design and the industrial building capability for Moffatt & Nichol on the East Coast! You will also guide team members and foster collaboration to ensure high-quality final deliverables.
Our community of architects, engineers, and designers create trusted solutions for defense infrastructure. We deliver resilient, secure, and high-performance facilities built to support modern military and shipyard operations. From piers and dry docks to utility systems and land-based industrial infrastructure, we design assets that perform under pressure. Waggonner & Ball is an internationally respected urban planning, design, and architecture studio with an interdisciplinary practice committed to creating resilient landscapes, buildings, and communities. Our projects span all scales from buildings and sites to regions with a focus on water, culture, and history. As a Moffatt & Nichol design studio, we collaborate with clients and partners across the country from our home in New Orleans.
based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation. For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.
The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; transportation, bridges and rail; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Lead the planning, design, and construction of military facilities in accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) standards, Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), and Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC)
Oversee project lifecycle from concept development through design, construction, commissioning, and turnover
Ensure compliance with federal regulations, anti-terrorism/force protection (AT/FP) requirements, and environmental standards
Oversee and review design documents, specifications, work plans, cost estimates and monitor project financials
Conduct site assessments and feasibility studies for new and existing installations
Implement quality assurance and control measures to ensure project integrity and performance
Lead risk assessments and mitigation planning for secure and mission-sensitive environments
Work with senior management to develop and grow our local architectural team
Bachelor's degree in Architecture (or related discipline); Master's degree in Architecture; Registered Architecture (RA) license; Minimum of 15 years of experience in facility design and construction, with at least 5 years in military or federal projects; Experience with shipyard (industrial and training facility designs); Proficiency in design and project management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, Adobe Creative Suites)
Travel requirements: For employees based outside the Norfolk office, you must be willing and able to travel to Norfolk (by car) approximately one week per month to attend client meetings and meet with local Moffatt & Nichol leadership
Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.PLEASE INCLUDE A COPY OF YOUR PORTFOLIO WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
Sedentary for prolonged period of time, interact with clients, and travel occasionally.
Enjoy low-cost employee healthcare with our company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
Stay energized with our amazing Wellness Program (with financial incentives) to keep you healthy and fit
Features include: monthly one-on-one sessions with nutritionists, access to a Healthwise Pharmacist, mindfulness apps like The Calm and BetterHelp, and more

Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and supportGenerous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday401(k) match to help you reach your financial goalsExcellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the companyYou may also have the option to further your education with our comprehensive Tuition Reimbursement ProgramPlus, there are plenty of training opportunities, a Leadership Development Program, a formal Mentoring program, an active YP (Young Professionals) group, and so much moreAs a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings.
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