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International Executive Service Corps

Architect

International Executive Service Corps, Virginia Beach, Virginia, us, 23450

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Position Overview We are hiring an Architect Project Manager to

support the planning, design, and delivery of the City’s capital improvement projects. This role ensures compliance with City standards through technical review, coordination with internal and external partners, and resolution of complex design challenges. The Architect also supports budgeting, staff guidance, and public communication to keep projects on schedule and aligned with City goals.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive architectural support in all areas of architecture for the development of capital projects such as those that appear in the City’s six-year capital improvement program (CIP), including cost estimates, and related items for the City to budget for its capital improvement projects.

Review design and inspection activities on a number of complex projects to ensure City staff meets city standards; and provide training and assistance to professional staff in preparation or review of design drawings to ensure City standards are adhered to and that good architectural practices are followed.

Investigate and resolve difficult technical development and operational problems to keep plan review procedures and project design activity functioning smoothly.

May assist in the planning, direction and management of a major operational bureau to provide for an efficient and productive staff.

Coordinate projects with several interdepartmental agencies and the private sector to meet project goals, especially in maintaining the work effort on schedule; and provide recommendations as staff input for Planning Commission and City Council actions to assure that special needs of the City are met.

Provide technical response to citizen inquiries concerning specific projects to properly inform them as well as incorporate their input.

Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on then current workloads and department needs.

Qualifications The ideal candidate is a licensed Architect with strong experience in project management, construction and design, and municipal capital projects. They bring proven expertise in schedule and cost control, contract administration, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders to deliver projects on time and within budget. This candidate demonstrates sound judgment, strong communication skills, and a commitment to upholding City standards and best architectural practices.

Benefits The City offers a

generous benefits package , which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave

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