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Architect

Burgess & Niple
Norfolk, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/28/2026
For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Join our team of experienced architects and engineers and take the next step in your architectural career with a role that balances independent work with collaborative teamwork. As an Architect, you'll lead construction drawing development, coordinate with engineering disciplines, and gain valuable construction administration experience. This position offers the opportunity to expand your technical expertise and take on greater project responsibility while working alongside seasoned professionals on a variety of projects.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead the development of detailed construction drawings from design development through completing construction documentation
  • Coordinate architectural design efforts with various engineering disciplines as part of a team providing design and technical leadership on select projects throughout various project phases
  • Conduct field visits during construction phase to monitor progress, and complete reporting
  • Review shop drawings, project data and samples of materials during construction

Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Architecture required; degree from an NAAB-accredited program preferred. Master of Architecture from an NAAB-accredited program also preferred
  • Registered Architect in the state of employment, or eligibility for reciprocal licensure through NCARB certification
  • 5 – 15 years of professional architectural experience
  • Experience with multiple building types, project typologies as well as understanding of building codes, construction methods, and technical detailing
  • Ability to develop construction details
  • Strong proficiency in Revit, Bluebeam and MS Office Suite
  • Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset and proactive approach to problem solving
  • Highly detail-oriented with strong commitment to accuracy and quality
  • Excellent communication skills, eager to learn and expand technical knowledge
  • Adaptable and self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset as well as a proactive approach to problem solving
  • Servant leader committed to fostering collaboration, innovation, and excellence while developing others

Learn More

To learn more about B&N, our culture and what we offer, visit: www.burgessniple.com/careers/perks-culture

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Click here to view our Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action Policy Statement.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies

Burgess & Niple partners with external recruiting firms on a limited, as-needed basis. These relationships are coordinated through our Human Resources (HR) team. Recruiting firms may submit candidates only through an active, approved agreement with Burgess & Niple HR. Resumes submitted without such an agreement, including those sent directly to hiring managers or employees, will be considered unsolicited and ineligible for placement fees. Click here

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