project architect

about us

join colley architects, a dynamic, small-scale firm in the heart of downtown blacksburg dedicated to innovative, sustainable design across residential, commercial, and institutional projects.

located just steps from virginia tech, our office offers a vibrant community connection—ideal whether you are a hokie excited to work on university projects, an outdoor enthusiast drawn to the new river valley and blue ridge mountains or simply looking for an alternative to busy city life.

 

the role

we are looking for a talented, motivated architect ready to lead projects through all phases from concept to construction administration. in this role, you will balance design expertise, project management, and team leadership to deliver high-quality, sustainable spaces on time and on budget.

 

key responsibilities

• project leadership: oversee multiple projects through all design and construction phases, managing schedules, budgets, and team resources.
• collaboration & coordination: lead multidisciplinary teams (architects, engineers, contractors) and work directly with clients to translate their vision into actionable plans.
• site & design execution: conduct regular site visits, monitor progress, resolve on-site challenges, and ensure compliance with design intent and building codes.
• client engagement: facilitate client meetings, workshops, and presentations to share design proposals and incorporate feedback.
• culture & innovation: stay current on industry trends and bring a collaborative, continuous-improvement mindset to our office.

qualifications

• experience: 3–5 years in architecture with a track record of managing projects of varying scales.
• licensure: virginia architect license preferred, or actively on the path to licensure.
• technical & design proficiency: skilled in revit, with a strong background in building codes and sustainable design principles.
• pm readiness: comfortable stepping into a project manager role on smaller projects while contributing to production on larger ones.
• soft skills: exceptional communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills; a natural team motivator who builds great client relationships.