> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1723121-sr-and-or-lead-architect-industrial-buildings](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1723121-sr-and-or-lead-architect-industrial-buildings). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. and/or Lead Architect - Industrial Buildings - **Company:** Kiewit - **Location:** Seattle, WA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $138,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Autodesk Revit, Static Program Analysis, Data Centers, Microsoft Office, Modular Design, Value Engineering, Bluebeam, Navisworks - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/62B0AB4CE1374F5D9672020D71DCB772/job/ ## About the Role * Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture from a NAAB accredited program is required. Registered Architect with a current license is required for a Senior/Lead role. * NCARB Certification strongly preferred. * Minimum of 10+ years of architectural design experience, working in a highly matrixed, multi-disciplined A/E firm or for a GC, performing functions as outlined above. Will consider Architectural experience of all Building Types with the exception of residential and commercial. * Experience with Data Centers, Server Rooms, Buildings with unique ventilation and cooling systems, pre-Engineered metal buildings, modular construction, Federal or military facilities, Aviation, Sports, and nuclear facilities, hospitals, highly desired. Experience with execution of all building project design phases from concept to construction is required. Must have experience coordinating building design with MEP and Structural design engineers, and managing the architectural design for the building to ensure compliance with company standards, while maintaining and budget and schedule. * Experience with sequencing deliverables and producing waterfall schedules is required * Experience writing architectural specifications, supporting bid analysis reviews, performing budget and schedule reviews, and providing value engineering for the project. * Proficient in Revit, Microsoft Office applications, Bluebeam, and Navisworks and scheduling/budget software * Strong written and verbal communication skills, and experience with estimating/quantity takeoffs for construction and developing procurement packages, bid review and vendor selection processes, is required. * Experience mentoring and leading more junior staff and managing your team to ensure deliverables are met for your project.Prefer experience with EPC and Design/Build environments. * Experience with Construction Administration activities and performing field work as required (#LI-JB1) Working Conditions Other Requirements: * Regular, reliable attendance * Work productively and meet deadlines timely * Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment * Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. ## Description * As a Sr. Architect or Lead: Be a Self-Starter, Run a team/project, help set up the "office" if establishing remote offices in other locations, as well as be a resource/mentor to other more junior Architects. * Responsible for completing life safety and code analysis by reviewing codes and standards, coordinating related design items with Authority Having Jurisdiction, and communicating findings with the team. * Manage the architectural design for the buildings, balancing aesthetics, function, cost and functionality, and ensure the project complies with Kiewit standards while maintaining budget and schedule. * Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, security, and telecommunications to deliver integrated building designs. Support, inform and advise the project team and client on the building design as it develops through the project life cycle. * Assist in providing technical bid analysis reviews during the bid period and determining the practicality of submittals. * Provide alternative recommendations to the project team regarding project budgets and associated construction costs during the value engineering process. * Manage and maintain project schedules, direct and manage the architectural team. Mentor more entry-level architectural staff. Familiar and confident in understanding the workflow required to estimate, bid, and construct buildings in an Engineer-Procure-Construct (EPC) and Design-Build environment. * Perform architectural designs using REVIT, as well as perform checking and navigation in Navisworks for interferences. 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