Senior Architect – Federal Projects

About the role

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. This is an amazing opportunity with high visibility working directly with the client, subs and the overall Moffatt & Nichol and Waggonner & Ball team!

Responsibilities

• 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)
• Collaborate with our existing design studios located throughout the company
• Manage cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, subconsultants, and government stakeholders
• 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
• Coordinate with government clients to define operational requirements and integrate mission-critical systems
• 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
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to professional development within the team
• Work with senior management to develop and grow our local architectural team
• Perform other duties as requested by leadership

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (or related discipline); required
• Master’s degree in Architecture; preferred
• Registered Architecture (RA) license; required
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in facility design and construction, with at least 5 years in military or federal projects; required
• Familiarity with DoD design standards and MILCON processes; required
• Experience with shipyard (industrial and training facility designs); strongly preferred
• Proficiency in design and project management tools (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, MS Project, Adobe Creative Suites)
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Skills

• Deep expertise in managing complex, secure, and compliance-driven projects within military or government environments
• Ability to lead the development of integrated design proposals for both design-build and design-bid-build projects
• Strong project management and coordination skills
• Experience with military or federal projects
• Proficiency in design and project management tools

Benefits

Moffatt & Nichol offers a range of benefits including:

• Low-cost employee healthcare with company-paid high-deductible medical, dental, and vision plans
• Generous HSA match to help manage healthcare expenses
• Free and confidential Employee Assistance Programs for counseling and support
• Excellent Life Insurance coverage, fully paid by the company
• Generous Paid time off (15 to 25 days based on experience level), Paid Holidays (7), and a floating holiday
• 401(k) match to help you reach your financial goals
• A formal Mentoring program
• An active YP (Young Professionals) group
• Pet Insurance to look after your furry friends

Pay

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $180,000 annually.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is flexible and can vary based on project needs and client requirements.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit a copy of your portfolio with your application.