RS&H

Senior Architect - Federal Market

RS&H$110K — $145K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in architecture from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of architectural experience, including major projects or multiple moderate-scale projects
  • Active architectural license in good standing
  • Experience supporting Federal, military, or government clients
  • Knowledge of building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and ordinances
  • Proficiency in architectural production software and construction document development
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to deliver timely solutions
  • Excellent communication skills for building effective relationships with clients and teams

Responsibilities

  • Define architectural project elements to meet Federal client needs
  • Participate in estimates, proposals, and bid preparations
  • Ensure performance to contract requirements through planning and monitoring
  • Plan and develop complex architectural projects
  • Participate in conceptual design and support project delivery phases
  • Coordinate with project management on technical solutions
  • Promote client relationships throughout project phases
  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert on projects
  • Review junior staff work for accuracy and provide mentorship
  • Perform quality control reviews, field inspections, and observations
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams and manage direct reports

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Employee assistance program
  • Retirement and financial protection programs (401(k), short- and long-term disability)
  • Paid time off, including holidays and paid parental leave
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) funding up to $1,200 annually
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

RS&H is currently seeking a Senior Architect to join our Federal Market Buildings team in Colorado Springs, CO. 

 

As part of the Buildings team, this role supports Federal, military, and government clients on a wide range of facilities projects. The Senior Architect will play a key technical leadership role, delivering architectural solutions for mission‑driven facilities while coordinating closely with multidisciplinary teams.

Essential Functions
  • Define architectural project elements and processes to meet Federal client needs
  • Participate in and coordinate estimates, proposals, and bid preparations
  • Ensure performance to contract requirements through planning and monitoring work orders and deliverables in coordination with engineering, construction, and other disciplines
  • Plan and develop architectural projects involving complex and unique challenges
  • Participate in conceptual design and provide full technical support through all phases of project delivery
  • Coordinate with project management, architects, and firm leadership on technical solutions and product strategies
  • Promote and maintain client relationships throughout all project phases and support business development efforts
  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert on assigned projects and specialized systems
  • Review junior staff work for technical accuracy and provide mentorship and technical guidance
  • Perform quality control reviews, field reviews, inspections, and construction observations
  • Lead multidisciplinary project teams and, as needed, manage a small group of direct reports
Required Qualifications
  • Degree in architecture from an NAAB‑accredited program or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of 10 years of architectural experience, including:
    • Work on major projects or multiple moderate‑scale projects
    • Providing technical guidance to entry‑ or junior‑level staff
    • Reviewing work for technical accuracy
    • Participating in the development or implementation of processes, standards, or operational plans
  • Active architectural license in good standing
  • Experience supporting Federal, military, or government clients
  • Demonstrated knowledge of applicable building codes, zoning laws, fire regulations, and ordinances
  • Proficiency in architectural production software and construction document development
  • Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to deliver timely, practical solutions
  • Proven ability to address challenging issues in a professional and business‑minded manner
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams
  • Due to federal contract requirements, this position is limited to candidates who are U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree from an accredited institution in a relevant area of focus

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

 

The salary range for this position in Colorado Springs is $110,000–$145,000 per year, representing the employer’s good‑faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on job‑related 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 long‑term disability), paid time off (including holidays and paid parental leave), and HSA funding up to $1,200 annually.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered.

The Team

We take pride in having partnered with the Department of Defense for more than 70 years on facilities and infrastructure projects designed to protect, train, and service military personnel and their families. From hangars and airfields to training and command facilities, you could be a part of a team that is changing the landscape of national security. Whatever military projects arise, we’re ready to support our uniformed men and women that protect and serve our nation.

About RS&H

RS&H is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm that provides a wide range of services to clients in the construction industry. The company was founded in 1941 and is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida. RS&H offers services in the areas of aviation, transportation, environmental, and construction management. The company is committed to providing innovative solutions to its clients and has a reputation for delivering high-quality work.
Learn more about RS&H
Size
1,200 employees
Industry
Revenue
$200 million

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