Architect

Leidos

. Lead space planning and architectural design for government and institutional facilities .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in architectural design and space planning for government and institutional facilities, with a strong focus on compliance with building codes and accessibility standards. Proficient in utilizing architectural design software for developing detailed drawings and models while coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Architecture Degree8+ Years Design ExperienceProficiency With RevitKnowledge Of NFPA 101 Life Safety CodeExperience With Cost Estimating Tools

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Hard Skills

Architectural DesignSpace PlanningConstruction DrawingsBuilding Code ComplianceCost EstimatingQuantity TakeoffsFailure AnalysisEnclosure Commissioning3D ModelingCirculation Analysis

Tools & Technologies

AutoCADSketchUpRhinoBIM Coordination ToolsRSMeansBluebeam

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Trust Suitability

Industry Keywords

Federal Building CodesState Building CodesLocal Building CodesAccessibility RequirementsFAA Design Criteria

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead space planning and architectural design for government and institutional facilities
Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction drawings
Coordinate architectural layouts and systems with multidisciplinary consultants
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local building codes, accessibility requirements, and FAA design criteria
Conduct space programming, circulation analysis, and occupant load planning
Develop floor plans, 3D models, and visualizations using architectural design software
Support budgeting, value engineering, and public funding approvals through cost estimating and quantity takeoffs
Support construction administration through submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, code compliance verification, and design clarifications
Support the FAA Eastern Service Area under the NISC IV team

Requirements

What you’ll need

Architecture Degree from an accredited College/University
8+ years of design experience with commercial, industrial and/or government facilities
Experience in evaluating building enclosures including roofing and below-grade waterproofing
Experience including design, failure analysis and Enclosure Commissioning activities
Ability to obtain and maintain Public Trust Suitability
Knowledge of NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and applicable accessibility standards such as ADA
Experience coordinating with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and specialty consultants
Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and BIM coordination tools
Experience with cost estimating and quantity takeoff tools such as RSMeans, Bluebeam, and BIM-based takeoffs
Knowledge of federal, state, and local building codes, accessibility requirements, and agency-specific design criteria

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote work arrangement
Up to 25% travel