Careers at Virginia Tech

Reporting to the Associate Director of Design in the Facilities Design and Construction department in the Division of Facilities, the Design Review Architect will:
• Assist the Associate Director of Design in the design review and approval process for minor modifications, non-capital, and capital projects to ensure alignment with the university’s mission, vision, strategic goals, and initiatives.
• Work towards the enhancement of accessibility as it relates to the physical campus.
• Provides guidance related to campus design principles and the Design and Construction Standards Manual to design consultants and university user groups during project meetings and document reviews.

Core competencies include:
• Strong judgment and critical thinking skills, leveraging experience to achieve objectives.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Composure and professionalism in high-pressure or conflict situations.
• Ability to foster teamwork and deliver exceptional client service in diverse environments.

• Advanced degree in Architecture, or Bachelor of Architecture along with work experience equivalent to an advanced degree.
• Registration as a Professional Architect. Current registration in Virginia or demonstrated ability to be registered within 12 months of employment.
• A minimum of five years’ experience as an architect.
• Understanding of Historic Preservation and The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Proficiency with current office computer software including word processing and spreadsheets. Proficient in the use of design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).

• Experience working in a university setting.
• Experience with Commonwealth of Virginia (or other public agency) directives and higher education facilities requirements.
• Knowledge of preservation architecture. Proficiency in accessible design.
• Understanding of sustainability initiatives and experience working on LEED accredited projects.
• Familiarity with AIM project management software.

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Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Regular

Up to $85,000 commensurate with experience

40+

October 30, 2025

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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