Job Posting: DGP Architects

Join our Team!

For over ninety years, Dalgliesh Gilpin Paxton Architects has worked closely with clients to create timeless works inspired by regional and environmental context. Spanning a range of styles, our projects extend throughout the United States and abroad.

Multiple Positions: Architectural Associate / Architect Levels I-III

Qualifications

  • Professional architectural degree from an accredited school (required)

  • 0 to 8+ years of professional experience

  • Strong organizational skills and verbal, written, and graphic communication skills, including hand sketching

  • Strong design, analytical, and problem-solving skills

  • Passion for self-motivated learning, discovery, and improvement

  • Willingness to take on responsibility and grow in a collaborative studio environment

  • Experience coordinating and collaborating with consultant teams and contractors

  • Experience managing and producing architectural contract documents

  • Construction administration experience

  • Experience and proficiency with CAD or BIM software, Adobe Creative Suite, and digital modeling

  • Architectural license and LEED AP credentials preferred but not required

Benefits

  • Competitive salary for 40-hr work week with compensation for overtime work

  • Paid employee health insurance and health savings account

  • SIMPLE IRA with firm matching

  • Paid leave for holidays, vacation, and personal days

  • Paid leave for qualifying family events

  • Employee life insurance

  • Parking provided on firm property or in one of the downtown parking garages

  • Professional development support for AXP and licensure

  • Reimbursement for AREs

  • AIA Membership

How to Apply

If interested and qualified, please provide a PDF cover letter, resume, and work sample, including hand sketches, digital graphics, and a writing sample, to: employment@dgparchitects.com.

Job Posting: Grimm + Parker Architects

Design your Future - Opportunity awaits at Grimm + Parker in our Charlottesville Studio!

We offer a creative, engaging and FUN environment with competitive compensation and benefits! 


Position: Architect Level I/ Project Architect

Location: Grimm + Parker Architects Charlottesville, VA

(Position recently changed)

Firm Description:
Grimm + Parker Architects, an award-winning, regional community architecture firm with both public and private sector clients (civic, cultural, educational, multi-family residential and urban design). We are a diverse group of creative architects, designers and professionals who aspire to make our communities sustainable, wonderful place to live, learn and play! This position is an integral role within our Charlottesville studio. 

Job Summary:
The Project Architect works as a collaborative team member under the guidance and direction of studio PMs. Competencies in all conventional aspects of architecture, ideally experienced in multi-family residential project types and K-12. Performs work in all phases of projects from concept design to close out, requiring independent judgement in evaluation, selection and adaptation of standard techniques, and procedures. Consistent work with digital design tools; Revit. Site and field work in CA phases will be included in normal scope of responsibilities. Independently solves problems encountered while also receiving technical guidance on unusual or complex issues.

Required Qualifications:
Architectural Degree from accredited program License preferred or very near to licensure, 3+ years of experience in professional architecture firm environment, experience with multi-family and K-12 project types. Revit proficiency, and online document management software like Procore, Newforma, etc. Familiarity with Green Communities, Virginia Housing/LIHTC preferred. Collaborative team player with Construction Administration experience required. Ability to interact with clients and consultants.

Application and full details via their website here. 

Job Posting: HEDS

About HEDS

HEDS is a full-service, women-owned firm dedicated to the intersection of modern design and sustainable practice. Our commitment to design excellence is reflected in our numerous AIA awards at both the local and state levels.

The Role

We are seeking a talented, self-directed Architect/Designer to join our Charlottesville-based team. The ideal candidate is organized, thorough, and thrives in a collaborative environment. In this role, you will work closely with a Partner through all project phases—from initial concept and documentation to detailed construction sets.

Requirements

  • Education: Degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.

  • Skills: Strong design aptitude and technical proficiency.

  • Software: Proficiency in BIM/CAD is required. We utilize Archicad, but experience in Revit or similar 3D platforms is highly valued. Rhino proficiency is a plus.

  • Location: Full-time in our Charlottesville office; remote/hybrid arrangements may be considered for the right candidate.

To Apply 

Please submit a digital resume and portfolio (including both academic and professional work) to: info@hays-ewing.com

Job Posting: Design Develop LLC

Design Develop is seeking Architect Level I / Architect Level II with 3+ years of experience to join our team in Charlottesville, VA. — Full listing on their website here.

Who we are:
Design Develop, LLC is an architecture design firm based in Baltimore, MD, and Charlottesville, VA. We specialize in bringing our clients’ visions to life by putting them at the forefront and involving them throughout the design process, through cutting-edge technologies like 3D modeling, point cloud scanning, virtual reality, visualization and BIM. Our commitment to creating functional and aesthetic spaces goes beyond meeting client expectations; we aim to create a lasting and meaningful impact on communities. 

Position overview:
The desired candidate will be actively involved in the development of architectural projects from conception through construction documents of various project typologies. The candidate must demonstrate strong design and technical skills and an ability to contribute to a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is a full-time, in-person role. 

 

Qualifications: 

  • Bachelor of Architecture or Master of Architecture degree from an NAAB-accredited program 

  • Portfolio illustrating strong design creativity and technical knowledge

  • Proficiency in Revit is required. Proficiency and experience in 3D modeling, rendering, and presentation development using software such as Sketchup, Lumion,  and Adobe Suite.

  • Ability to work well within a dynamic team environment 

  • Strong communication skills, work ethic, ability to self-manage, and work independently 

  • Professional licensure preferred but not required

  • Desire to grow into a long-term role at the firm

 
What we offer: 

  • We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience, demonstrated knowledge, and education level

  • Benefits include overtime pay, health insurance, professional development opportunities, ARE study materials and passed exam reimbursement, paid holidays, PTO and emphasis on work-life balance

  • A diverse and welcoming team that encourages professional growth

  • Hands-on experience in all phases of architectural practice

If you are interested in joining our team, please email your resume and portfolio to dd@designdevelopllc.com  

Full details here: designdevelopllc.com/careers 

Job Posting: VMDO Architects

Local job posting from VMDO Architects:

Position(s): Designers & Architects (0-5 Years of Professional Experience)

Location: Charlottesville, VA

Job Description: 

We are seeking architectural designers with a passion for educational and community centered spaces. Assignments are commensurate with each individual’s knowledge and abilities, bolstered by the culture of learning within our firm. General responsibilities include close collaboration with project leaders, team members, and consultants, digital and hand-modeled design development, material and building systems research, and thorough documentation of various project components. All positions are full-time, salaried, and include our complete benefit package.

Application and full details here: vmdo.com/firm/careers