Project Leader
About VIA (vee-uh)
At VIA, we're not just designing spaces; we're shaping the future. Guided by three core principles: future-focused design, client-centricity, and community-driven initiatives, we create architecture that transforms the built environment and enriches the lives of those who interact with it.
As we head into our 35th year of practice, we're thinking carefully about what comes next, and that starts with our team. We're looking for licensed and experienced architects who aren’t just thinking about the next project, but about the next chapter of their career. Someone who is as invested in this community as we are, and who cares about the impact they have on the places where they live and practice.
What You'll Do
VIA is seeking an accomplished Project Leader with active licensure and 6+ years of professional leadership experience. This is an in-person, project management position where you will work directly with VIA Principals to define and execute the project vision from schematic design through construction administration, overseeing architectural projects from concept through completion. As the direct face of the firm, you will represent VIA in client presentations and align design solutions with client goals. You will:
Lead project teams, internal and external, coordinating design development, technical documentation, and project delivery
Manage client communications and align design solutions with project goals
Coordinate with consultants and contractors throughout each project phase
Monitor schedules and budgets across multiple concurrent projects
Support quality control of drawings and specifications
Mentor team members and contribute to the refinement of VIA's design standards and processes
What You'll Bring
Active architecture license with 6+ years of professional leadership experience
Proven track record of managing built work and leading both projects and project teams
Strong understanding of the architectural process and management of consultant teams
Fluency in current Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu
Organized, detail-oriented, reliable, and ethical
Compensation
VIA aligns compensation with AIA regional standards, factoring in firm size, revenue, and local market data. The target salary range for this position is $99,000–$119,000, commensurate with experience. If interested, please reach out to receive the full position description and comprehensive summary of benefits.
Why VIA
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional to have a tangible impact on both our projects and our people, playing a crucial role in developing and mentoring our internal project teams and fostering a culture of shared learning.
VIA offers 100% employer-paid health insurance, a generous 401(k) match, and paid time off, plus your birthday and holidays of your choice. You'll also receive paid parking or a public transit pass, an annual training stipend, paid professional membership dues, and paid volunteer time off.
Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and digital portfolio at viadesignarchitects.com/careers.