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Senior Architect

Jacksonville, FL
Permanent
The Opportunity:

Senior Architect - Jacksonville, FL - Lead Growth. Shape Design. Build Community.

At RS&H, we design more than buildingswe create places that strengthen communities and elevate everyday experiences. As an employeeowned national firm headquartered in Jacksonville, RS&H brings together architecture, engineering, and planning to deliver thoughtful, awardwinning design solutions across the country and around the world.

Jacksonville is a strategic growth market for RS&H. Were seeking a Senior Architect who is excited to take on a visible leadership rolehelping expand our regional presence, mentor talented designers, and deepen trusted client relationships across Northeast Florida.

About the Opportunity

  • Play a leadership role in growing RS&Hs Building Architecture and Design Service Group
  • Work across Corporate, Aerospace, Healthcare, and Science & Technology markets
  • Build strong, lasting client relationships in a highgrowth regional market
  • Collaborate with a nationally recognized, multidisciplinary team
  • Have a direct impact on culture, team development, and design excellence
  • Eligible to purchase and own company stock

What Youll Do

This is a highly visible role that blends design leadership, mentorship, and client engagement.

  • Lead multidisciplinary teams of architects, interior designers, and engineers
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to our regional and national clients
  • Drive design excellence from concept through construction
  • Mentor and develop junior architects and designers
  • Champion BIM and emerging design technologies to enhance project delivery
  • Oversee drawings, specifications, and design documentation
  • Conduct design analysis, site studies, and cost evaluations
  • Perform quality control reviews and ensure key milestones are met
  • Participate in field observations and construction administration
  • Partner with Project Managers on budgeting, scheduling, and staffing
  • Support business development through proposals, interviews, and presentations

What Were Looking For

  • Bachelors degree in Architecture (NAABaccredited)
  • Licensed Architect (RA)
  • 10 + years of architectural design experience; 15+ years of experience preferred
  • Proven ability to lead teams and deliver complex projects
  • Experience building and maintaining client relationships
  • Passion for mentoring and developing emerging talent
  • Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • A creative, solutionoriented mindset

Why RS&H

RS&H is consistently recognized for design excellence, technical rigor, and leadershipespecially here in Florida:

  • Ranked #44 on Architectural Records Top 300 Architecture Firms nationally
  • Named among Engineering NewsRecords Top 500 Design Firms and Top 100 Pure Designers
  • Ranked Top 10 Design Firm in Florida by ENR Southeast
  • Recognized for excellence in Healthcare, Workplace, Science & Technology, and Corporate Architecture by Building Design + Construction
  • RS&H Florida projects have earned NAIOP Northeast Florida Awards for bestinclass corporate design and regional impact
  • Awardwinning interior and architectural design recognized by AIA Jacksonville Chapter, IIDA North Florida Chapter, and other national organizations

Beyond awards, RS&H offers an employeeowned, collaborative culture where your voice is heard and your leadership can grow.

Benefits Designed to Support You

  • Competitive compensation
  • Generous paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) with company contribution
  • Career development, leadership pathways, and wellnessfocused benefits

Ready to Make an Impact?

If youre ready to lead meaningful design, grow a team, and shape Jacksonvilles built environment, wed love to talk with you. Join a firm thats invested in your career, its people, and the future of Northeast Florida.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.

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The Team:

Our team designs facilities for clients in the Corporate, Healthcare, Science and Technology industry. By working with our clients and listening to their needs, we gather a deep understanding of their desired outcomes, practicing creativity and innovation along the way. Become part of a team thats redefining client service and success in a rapidly changing world.

The Company:

Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nations 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.

Job Type: Permanent

Job ID: 254639539