What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Architect (Classical & Sacred Architecture) position at VCBO Architecture?
Overview
VCBO Architecture is seeking a Senior Architect to lead design and delivery on impactful projects across a range of sectors, including sacred and institutional work. This role is ideal for a design- and technically-strong leader who enjoys guiding teams, shaping project vision, and contributing to a collaborative, design-focused studio culture.
Youll work with a high level of autonomy, mentor staff, and help advance design quality and best practices across the firmparticularly on projects that require care, continuity, and a deep respect for architectural tradition.
About VCBO
VCBO is an award-winning architecture firm based in downtown Salt Lake City. Our work spans education, civic, healthcare, religious, and commercial projects, with a focus on strengthening communities through thoughtful design.
We are especially committed to work that carries long-term cultural and spiritual significance, including sacred architecture rooted in classical principles, craftsmanship, and enduring design values.
We value mentorship, professional growth, and balance, and support a studio culture thats both design-driven and genuinely human (yes, including a 9/80 option and the occasional office dodgeball game).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design, technical direction, and documentation for complex architectural projects
- Contribute to and uphold principles of classical architecture, proportion, materiality, and detailing where appropriate
- Mentor and guide interdisciplinary teams, supporting both design excellence and technical rigor
- Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, and internal staff to align design vision, execution, and long-term goals
- Oversee quality and consistency from concept through construction, with careful attention to design intent
- Represent the firm in presentations and stakeholder meetings, fostering trust-based client relationships
- Contribute to firmwide design standards, technical initiatives, and best practices
Qualifications
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Architecture
- 10 years of professional experience
- Architectural licensure preferred, but not required
- Experience or strong interest in classical, traditional, or sacred architecture
- Strong Revit proficiency; familiarity with additional design and BIM tools a plus
- Strong communication skills, with comfort presenting to clients and stakeholders
- Ability to lead, mentor, and manage complex work with professionalism and discretion