Federal Architect/Project Manager

The Opportunity

Design work that matters. Lead projects with purpose. Build your career across a diverse Federal portfolio.

Bring your architectural expertise to a team designing meaningful projects for federal and military clients. We are seeking an experienced Architect/Project Manager to join our Federal Architecture team in San Antonio, TX. You’ll contribute to projects across the U.S. and internationally, working alongside multidisciplinary teams from early planning and design through project delivery.

Our portfolio includes work supporting the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, NAVFAC, U.S. Air Force, Air National Guard, and Department of Veterans Affairs, with projects ranging from renovations and facility improvements to large, multidisciplinary programs.

This role is ideal for an architect who enjoys staying hands-on with design and technical delivery while continuing to grow in project leadership, client relationships, and mentorship.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and contribute to architectural design for federal and military projects
• Develop design concepts, technical solutions, drawings, specifications, and construction documents
• Support projects through planning, design, documentation, and construction
• Coordinate architectural work across multidisciplinary design teams
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders
• Review architectural work for technical accuracy, quality, and compliance
• Apply knowledge of building codes, regulations, and federal project requirements
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior architects and designers
• Solve complex design challenges with practical and innovative solutions
• Support project and client management activities as appropriate

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent experience
• 10+ years of relevant architectural experience
• Current Architect license in good standing
• Demonstrated architectural design and technical production experience
• Experience developing and delivering construction documents
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, zoning requirements, fire regulations, and related standards
• Proficiency with architectural design and production software
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to meet applicable federal client requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing projects for federal, Department of Defense, or military clients
• Experience with multidisciplinary architecture and engineering projects
• Project management experience
• BIM experience
• LEED accreditation
• Visualization and graphics capabilities

Why Join Our Federal Team?

You’ll have the opportunity to work across a broad federal portfolio and collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals on projects of varying size, scope, and complexity. The Federal Architecture intake specifically identified opportunities spanning planning, design, and construction as a key selling point for candidates. The role also offers growth beyond technical architecture, including project management, client management, and business development, supported by training and mentorship.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.

The Team

We take pride in having partnered with the Department of Defense for more than 70 years on facilities and infrastructure projects designed to protect, train, and service military personnel and their families. From hangars and airfields to training and command facilities, you could be a part of a team that is changing the landscape of national security. Whatever military projects arise, we’re ready to support our uniformed men and women that protect and serve our nation.

The Company

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.