SSOE provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, offering the advantages typical of a large firm combined with the collaborative and supportive culture commonly associated with smaller organizations. We prioritize an employee-centric atmosphere that fosters a healthy work-life balance, exceptional benefits, and a commitment to continuous learning.

SSOE is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Architect to join our team of experts in delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients. You will play a pivotal role in designing and shaping the future of higher education, K-12, healthcare, governmental, and general commercial markets. You will work closely with our clients, engineering teams, and other professionals to ensure that projects meet and exceed industry standards. If you are a registered architect with a passion for cutting-edge technology, your expertise will be crucial in ensuring the quality, compliance, and innovation of our designs.

This position is a hybrid model that will require commuting to our Atlanta, GA office.

Lead the architectural design and planning for projects within the higher education, K-12, healthcare, governmental, and general commercial markets.
• Conduct comprehensive code analysis and ensure strict adherence to industry standards and regulations.
• Oversee code conformance, ensuring that all designs meet or exceed established guidelines.
  
• Oversee and participate in peer reviews to maintain high-quality architectural standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineers, project managers, and clients, to develop innovative and practical architectural solutions.
• Prepare and present project proposals, design concepts, and progress updates to clients and stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior architects and team members.
  
• Stay up-to-date with changes in building codes, regulations, and industry trends, and ensure project compliance.
• Perform field verifications / site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages. May troubleshoot design problems in the field during construction.

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited architectural program.

• A Registered Architect (RA) license in good standing with 8+ years of relevant experience.
• The ability to lead a project team and manage the workload of multiple projects of varying complexity.
• Proven experience in code analysis and understanding of building codes and regulations (such as egress, fire-resistant assemblies, occupancy, and building types).
• Proficiency in relevant design software and tools, such as Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience performing field verifications and site walks to identify, verify, resolve, and incorporate solutions into design packages. Ability to troubleshoot design problems in the field.
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000/year depending on location, education, experience, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), opportunities for professional development and training, generous PTO & paid holidays.