What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Architect position at VCBO Architecture?
Overview
VCBO Architecture is seeking an experienced Architect to lead design and delivery on impactful projects across a range of sectors. This role is ideal for a design- and technically-strong leader who enjoys guiding teams, shaping project vision, and contributing to a collaborative studio culture.
You’ll work with a high level of autonomy, mentor staff, and help advance design quality and best practices across the firm.
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 value mentorship, professional growth, and balance, and support a studio culture that’s both design-driven and genuinely human (yes, including a 9/80 option and the occasional office dodgeball game).
Key Responsibilities
VCBO Architecture is seeking an experienced Architect to lead design and delivery on impactful projects across a range of sectors. This role is ideal for a design- and technically-strong leader who enjoys guiding teams, shaping project vision, and contributing to a collaborative studio culture.
You’ll work with a high level of autonomy, mentor staff, and help advance design quality and best practices across the firm.
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 value mentorship, professional growth, and balance, and support a studio culture that’s 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
- Mentor and guide interdisciplinary teams
- Coordinate with clients, consultants, and internal staff to align design vision and execution
- Oversee quality and consistency from concept through construction
- Represent the firm in presentations and stakeholder meetings
- Contribute to firmwide design and technical initiatives
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture
- 10 years of professional experience
- Licensure preferred
- Strong Revit proficiency; familiarity with additional design and BIM tools a plus
- Clear communicator with the ability to lead, mentor, and manage complex work