Leidos

Architect

Leidos

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: New York • Virginia • United States

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Salary

💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Lead space planning and architectural design for government and institutional facilities, ensuring layouts meet FAA regulations and efficiently accommodate functional requirements
  • Develop conceptual, schematic, design development, and construction drawings that incorporate NFPA 101 Life Safety Code and applicable accessibility standards (e.g., ADA)
  • Coordinate with civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and specialty consultants to integrate architectural layouts and systems within complex, multi-discipline projects
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local building codes, accessibility requirements, and agency-specific design criteria for public-sector facilities
  • Conduct detailed space programming, circulation analysis, and occupant load planning to optimize functionality, safety, and operational efficiency
  • Use specialized architectural and design software (e.g., Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Rhino, and BIM coordination tools) to develop floor plans, 3D models, and visualizations
  • Utilize cost estimating and quantity takeoff tools (e.g., RSMeans, Bluebeam, BIM-based takeoffs) to support budgeting, value engineering, and public funding approvals
  • Support construction administration through submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, code compliance verification, and design clarifications to ensure construction aligns with NFPA 101, accessibility, and GSA requirements

Requirements

  • 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
Benefits
  • competitive compensation
  • Health and Wellness programs
  • Income Protection
  • Paid Leave
  • Retirement
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
architectural designspace planningconstruction drawingscost estimatingquantity takeoffdesign developmentfailure analysisenclosure commissioningcirculation analysisoccupant load planning
Soft Skills
leadershipcoordinationcommunicationproblem-solvingorganizational skills
Certifications
Architecture DegreePublic Trust Suitability