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POSITION OVERVIEW: This role leads the architectural design process for new and renovation building projects, guiding clients and multidisciplinary design teams from concept through construction. Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support.  .

<div><h3>JOIN OUR TEAM! </h3></div><div><p>Our team is redefining building design and engineering. AE Works is an award-winning firm ranked among the top U.S. A/E firms by Architectural Record and ENR Mid-Atlantic. As a certified B Corp, we are recognized for our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional results. </p></div><div><p><strong>Our mission is straightforward:</strong>  to make building projects a better value. We thrive on solving complex challenges and creating solutions that enhance the built environment, enabling our clients to succeed in their most important endeavors. </p></div><div><p>  </p></div><div><h3>WHY AE WORKS? </h3></div><div><p>Our people are our difference. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every voice matters and the best ideas win. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with expertise across healthcare, higher education, government, and commercial markets.Together, we apply leading-edge technology and a passion for design excellence to projects that shape the future. </p></div><div><p>  </p></div><div><h3>POSITION OVERVIEW: </h3></div><div><p>This role leads the architectural design process for new and renovation building projects, guiding clients and multidisciplinary design teams from concept through construction. The position involves producing high-quality design deliverables, ensuring projects meet codes and standards, and promoting architectural excellence within the firm.  </p></div><div><h3> </h3><h3>LOCATION: </h3></div><div><p>Arlington, VA or Pittsburgh, PA with travel to client and project sites. </p></div><div><p> </p></div><div><h3>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: </h3></div><div><div><ul><li>Leading collaborative teams of architects and engineers to deliver innovative, high-quality designs. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Producing exceptional project deliverables at every stage of design. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Representing and championing architectural design excellence within the firm. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Participating in client meetings and interviews for new project opportunities. </li></ul></div><div><p> </p></div><div><h3>QUALIFICATIONS: </h3></div><div><p><strong>What’s Required: </strong></p></div><div><ul><li>Professional degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Licensed Architect (RA) in Virginia or eligible for reciprocity. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Minimum of 12 years of professional experience in architectural practice. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Strong knowledge of building codes, standards, construction, and structures. </li></ul></div><div><ul><li>Proficiency with Revit. </li></ul></div><div><p> <strong>What Puts You Ahead: </strong></p></div><div><ul><li><p>Experience with Bluebeam, Adobe Creative Suite, Procore, Office 365, Teams, and Enscape. </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Experience with federal, healthcare, and/or higher education work. </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Accredited professional under LEED, LFA, WELL or other sustainability-focused organization. </p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Evidence-Based Design Accreditation and Certification (EDAC). </p></li></ul></div><div><p> </p></div></div><div><h3>AE WORKS’ PERKS: </h3></div><div><p>At AE Works, we believe in supporting each person in their professional and personal journey. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k), and a collaborative culture built on mentorship, accountability, and technical excellence. Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support.  </p></div><div><p><em>We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">EEO is the law</a>.  AE Works uses <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">E-Verify</a>.  You have the <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Right to Work</a>. </em></p></div>

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Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with expertise across healthcare, higher education, government, and commercial markets.

<h3 style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><strong>JOIN OUR TEAM!</strong></h3><p>Our team is redefining building design and engineering.<strong> </strong>AE Works is an award-winning firm ranked among the top U.S. A/E firms by <em>Architectural Record</em> and <em>ENR East</em>. AE Works is recognized for our commitment to innovation and delivering exceptional results.</p><p><strong>Our mission is straightforward:</strong>  to make building projects a better value. We thrive on solving complex challenges and creating solutions that enhance the built environment, enabling our clients to succeed in their most important endeavors.</p><h3 style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><strong>WHY AE WORKS?</strong> </h3><p style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal">Our people are our difference. We believe in fostering a collaborative environment where every voice matters and the best ideas win. As part of our team, you’ll work alongside architects, engineers, cost estimators, and construction managers with expertise across healthcare, higher education, government, and commercial markets.</p><p style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"> </p><p style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal">Together, we apply leading-edge technology and a passion for design excellence to projects that shape the future.</p><p> </p><h3 style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><strong>POSITION OVERVIEW:</strong></h3><p>This role serves as the firm’s central authority on construction specifications, ensuring alignment between design intent, regulatory requirements, and project delivery standards. The position plays a key part in translating technical and design concepts into clear, coordinated documentation while supporting consistency across projects. It also acts as a resource to project teams, strengthening internal knowledge, improving processes, and reinforcing quality control. Success in this role requires deep technical expertise, a disciplined and detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to collaborate across teams while upholding high standards of accuracy and professionalism. The individual contributes not only to project outcomes but also to broader organizational initiatives that advance performance, sustainability, and practice-wide excellence.</p><p> </p><h3><strong>LOCATION:</strong></h3><p style="margin-left:0.25in"><strong><em>This position can be performed remotely, with the expectation of occasional travel to office locations in Arlington, VA or Pittsburgh, PA.</em></strong></p><p> </p><h3><strong>KEY RESPONSIBLITIES:</strong></h3><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Coordinate with Project Managers and Technical Leads to develop and issue project manuals for new construction and renovation projects</li><li>Maintain and continuously update the firm’s specification library</li><li>Collaborate with manufacturers, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), and client standards to ensure accurate, current specifications</li><li>Provide internal training and guidance to design staff on specification updates and best practices</li><li>Contribute to firm-wide initiatives, including social and environmental efforts that support AE Works’ goals and initiatives</li></ul><p> </p><h3><strong>QUALIFICATIONS:</strong></h3><h4><strong>What's Required:</strong></h4><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>8+ years of experience in the architectural profession, including 5+ years in specification writing</li><li>Bachelor’s degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program</li><li>CSI Construction Document Technician (CDT) or Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) credential</li><li>LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP)</li><li>Strong proficiency in specification software, Microsoft Word, and related tools</li><li>Experience using cloud-based and mobile collaboration platforms</li><li>Proven experience developing specifications across relevant project types</li></ul><h4><strong>What Puts You Ahead:</strong></h4><ul style="margin-top:0in"><li>Licensed Architect</li><li>Active membership in CSI or SCIP</li><li>Recent specification experience in healthcare, senior care, higher education, commercial, public safety, or government projects</li><li>Demonstrated ability to thrive in a structured, process-driven environment with a focus on accuracy, consistency, and high-quality output</li><li>Strong attention to detail with a methodical, “by-the-book” approach to decision-making</li><li>Ability to work independently while serving as a knowledgeable resource and mentor to others</li><li>Professional, precise communication style with a service-oriented mindset</li></ul><p> </p><h3 style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"><strong>AE WORKS’ PERKS:</strong></h3><p style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal">At AE Works, we believe in supporting each person in their professional and personal journey. We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401k), and a collaborative culture built on mentorship, accountability, and technical excellence. Our team enjoys generous paid time off, including a company-wide break from Christmas through New Year’s Day, a flexible hybrid schedule, and resources that promote mental health, financial wellness, and professional growth through training, education, and licensure support.</p><p style="margin-bottom:0in;line-height:normal"> </p><p><em>We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. </em><a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>EEO is the law</em></a><em>.  AE Works uses </em><a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>E-Verify</em></a><em>.  You have the </em><a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf" rel="noopener nofollow noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>Right to Work</em></a><em>. </em></p>

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