Senior Architect - Federal Market

About the Role

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

Pay

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.

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)
• HSA funding up to $1,200 annually