Senior Architect

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Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively looking for a Senior Architect / Project Manager with Federal project experience to join our Norfolk office. As part of the Architectural Group, this role will strengthen our Federal practice in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Our community of architects, engineers, and designers create trusted solutions for defense infrastructure.

We deliver resilient, secure, and high-performance facilities built to support modern military and shipyard operations. From piers and dry docks to utility systems and land-based industrial infrastructure, we design assets that perform under pressure. With a long history of support to the U.S. Navy, Army Corps of Engineers, and Coast Guard, we deliver infrastructure solutions that strengthen mission readiness and operational success.

Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.

-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in transportation.
For the 4th year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is Ranked #1 in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets.

We are seeking a mission-driven and experienced Senior Architect / Project Manager to lead the design, development, and execution of large-scale military facility projects. This position will contribute to Moffatt & Nichol's ongoing success by planning, executing, and managing projects ranging from $10 million to over $500 million in construction values. This role is critical in supporting the Navy’s Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program (SIOP) to recapitalize and reconfigure infrastructure for improved industrial performance.

Specific projects include administrative buildings, maintenance shops, training facilities, secure installations, utilities and support infrastructure. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in managing complex, secure, and compliance-driven projects within military or government environments. You will lead the development of integrated design proposals for both design-build and design-bid-build projects, oversee and manage comprehensive work plans, monitor project financials, and coordinate directly with clients.

In this role, you will also guide team members and foster collaboration to ensure high-quality final deliverables.

• 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 existing Moffatt & Nichol 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
• Prepare and review design documents, specifications, and cost estimates
• 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
• Performs other duties as requested by leadership

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