Architect 8-12 years' experience

Is Hickok Cole What’s Next for you?We’re a forward-focused design practice connecting bold ideas, diverse expertise, and partners with vision to do work that matters – to our clients, our communities, and to us. We’re also a sociable group who like – and know how – to have fun. We work at an amazing studio in Scott’s Addition at 3005 W Marshall Street, Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23230.Most importantly, we’re always on the lookout for inspired people to inspire us. Are you curious about the future of our field and eager to help drive it? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and rise to a challenge? Are you a self-starter that can work independently, knows when to ask questions, and is comfortable collaborating with a team? Good, you’ve come to the right place.What We Are Looking ForArchitects with 8-12 years of experience Based in Richmond, VAMulti-family housing experience preferred but not requiredAbility to effectively, organize, review, and provide quality control for crucial design phases from concept through construction with an eye for graphic excellence, constructability, and maintaining design intentMinimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture (professional degrees preferred)Leadership and ardent attention to detail during key consultant coordination phases and construction administrationExperience with working with teams and mentoring in design, document production, and CA phases to meet project budgets and milestonesStrong graphic and production skills in Revit, Enscape, and Sketchup Knowledge and experience with building codes/zoning regulationsSuperior intrapersonal, collaboration, and communication skills (written and in-person)Fluent in written and spoken EnglishValid work permit (USA)What you will doSelect and present building systems and design materials to clients and collaborate closely to address program, goals, and feedbackWork with Design Directors to lead and develop the project design vision, carrying design intent through all phasesProduce creative design solutions and accurate construction detailing, ensuring design intent is upheld in construction documents and specificationsConduct building systems, materials, zoning, and code research, then apply findings to design decisionsCoordinate with project managers and consultants to align design with budget, schedule, zoning, and code constraintsLead, mentor, and delegate work within the project team, fostering collaboration and professional growthOversee and participate in design peer reviews and jurisdictional approval processes as requiredIntegrate sustainable design strategies and support LEED or other sustainability goals when applicableContribute to firm‑wide design culture through communication, mentorship, and participation in office‑wide design initiativesWhat we preferArchitectural licensureLEED GA or AP3D rendering skillsWhat we offerRemote Work (up to 2 days a week) + Flexible SchedulesPaid Leave + Holidays401(k) Employee Savings PlanHealth + Dental PlanGroup Life InsuranceMentoring ProgramCompany Laptops 24 Hours Paid Volunteer Hours Per YearMonthly Team Social EventsiLAB Research Microgrant ProgramAnnual Summer Picnic + Holiday PartyQualified applicants should address their CV, portfolio in PDF format, letters of recommendation, and queries for this vacancy to: Mark Ramirez, Principal. Powered by JazzHRr4Huvy3vpm