Architectural Engineer, Utah

US Citizenship Required

100% onsite, no telework

Job Summary:

This role involves planning, developing, designing, coordinating, and reviewing architectural work on large, complex projects. The Senior Architect will lead design efforts including specifications, building code analysis, technical reports, and construction documentation. Responsibilities include mentoring junior staff, coordinating with internal and external teams, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes and standards.

Project Overview:

The project supports a major defense program aimed at modernizing U.S. ground-based strategic deterrent infrastructure, including intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) systems and launch facilities. This includes engineering and construction support for ground infrastructure during the current Engineering & Manufacturing Development phase. The scope of work spans technical design, regulatory compliance, and coordination with multiple stakeholders in a highly secure environment.

Major Responsibilities:

Plan, schedule, and coordinate architectural tasks, including original designs, layouts, and specifications

Analyze conflicting design requirements and propose solutions

Evaluate unconventional materials or techniques for suitability

Prepare cost estimates, quantity take-offs, conceptual studies, and proposals

Coordinate with vendors, clients, contractors, engineering disciplines, and other stakeholders

Draft procurement and subcontract documents and conduct technical bid evaluations

Mentor junior architectural staff and provide technical guidance

Lead and participate in constructability reviews and technical discussions

Perform building code analysis and ensure regulatory compliance

Develop architectural models, layouts, and renderings using 3D software

Provide support to construction by managing change requests and nonconformance reports

Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree (or international equivalent) in Architecture

5–8 years of relevant experience, or 9–12 years of architectural work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Experience in facility design, code compliance, Revit modeling, and rendering

Proficiency with CADD applications, especially Revit

Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications

Strong understanding of architectural and construction documentation

Ability to clearly communicate technical information in written and verbal formats

Capable of coordinating across disciplines, construction teams, and client representatives

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Architecture

Experience working with government or defense agencies

Knowledge of CSI MasterFormat specifications or SpecsIntact

Familiarity with procurement automation tools

Experience with Unified Facilities Criteria and the Whole Building Design Guide

Location:

This position is located in Ogden, UT, supporting a nationally critical infrastructure project. Work is performed fully onsite in a secure facility. The area offers a mix of outdoor recreation, scenic beauty, and community amenities.