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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Design Architect - **Company:** AECOM - **Location:** Roanoke, VA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $160,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Autodesk 3DS Max (3D Graphics Software), Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Autodesk Revit, Software Design Documents, Graphics Software, Rhino - **Published:** July 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3316076817&tx=FR5754FFL&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role You will work on, and should have some experience with, an interesting range of Higher Education, Healthcare, Science & Technology & Federal Government projects. Demonstrable design experience through awards, publications, and other industry recognition is desirable. The ability to travel is essential to this role. Qualified and interested candidates should submit a resume and work samples., * Bachelor's degree in Architecture with 8+ years of relevant Architecture Design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education. * Due to the nature of work, U.S. Citizenship is required for this position. * Registered Architect is required for this position., * Master of Architecture and 10+ years of Design experience is preferred * Advanced knowledge of architecture and design concepts, practices, and methods * High level of creativity, innovative thinking, and problem-solving * Excellent sketching and/or computer skills and conceptual design skills * Experience directing or coordinating work efforts of junior staff * Strong verbal and written communication skills * Collaborative and professional work ethic * Passion and commitment to environmentally responsible design * LEED AP or within 6 months of hire * Proficient use of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Rhino, Dynamo (or Grasshopper), Revit, 3-D Studio Max, and other appropriate modeling and graphics programs ## Description * Collaborates with the Design Director and other team members in developing design concepts * Meet directly with the owner/client and analyze project goals * Conceives and develops architectural concepts/solutions for those goals * Generates design ideas and solutions and communicates effectively to the project team * Designs in accordance with project schedules, budgets, applicable codes, and ordinances * Initiate and create designs with responsibility for the preparation of presentation drawings, models, and narratives * Directs the production of schematic, design development, and construction documents * Manages design responsibilities on several concurrent projects * Oversees the review of design documents for compliance with program and design concepts * Directs and coordinates design consultants in all phases * Develop integrated design solutions balancing the needs of all design disciplines related to overall building design * Generates and supervises design presentations * Participates in and/or leads client presentations and interviews * Promotes firm and project goals of excellence in design, execution, and environmental responsibility * Takes an active role in a local professional association and represents the firm at national events and outside associations * Demonstrates understanding of project management process including scope, budgets, and schedule * Stays current with evolving building technology and systems applicable to the design process * Performs tasks in congruence with AECOM standards of excellence * Leads, organizes, and directs project design team members * Demonstrates architectural judgment in anticipating and solving complexities and determining program objectives and requirements * Supports AECOM's business development team in marketing to prospective owners/clients * Works with Design Director and Architecture Studio Manager to build and maintain the design culture of the studio * Coaches and mentors skills that support the development of future design talent * Responsible for providing architectural guidance, calculations, analysis, studies, and recommendations for a specialized segment of the Architectural Discipline within the schedules and budget of an assigned project * May manage various size groups of architects, designers, and/or specialists ## Related Videos - [One Does Not Simply Make Architecture Decisions Alone](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2128-one-does-not-simply-make-architecture-decisions-alone) - [The Neuro-Architecture of Productivity: How Work Environments Impact Cognitive Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1122-the-neuro-architecture-of-productivity-how-work-environments-impact-cognitive-performance) - [We (don't) need a software architect!?!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/663-we-don-t-need-a-software-architect) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [Developers are Building the Cities of the Future](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/536-developers-are-building-the-cities-of-the-future) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [How Developers Can Focus on Maintaining Satisfaction With Accessibility](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/109-how-developers-can-focus-on-maintaining-satisfaction-with-accessibility)