careers

about us

 
 

join colley architects, a dynamic, small-scale firm dedicated to innovative, sustainable design across residential, commercial, and institutional projects.

 
 

our office, located in the heart of downtown blacksburg, is just steps away from the thriving campus of virginia tech. whether you are a hokie eager to work on university projects, an outdoor enthusiast wanting to be close to all the new river valley and blue ridge mountains have available, or looking for an alternative to the busy city life, colley architects is the place for you.

our current opportunities include:

  • the role

    we are looking for a talented, motivated architect ready to lead projects through all phases from concept to construction administration. in this role, you will balance design expertise, project management, and team leadership to deliver high-quality, sustainable spaces on time and on budget.

    key responsibilities

    ·         project leadership: oversee multiple projects through all design and construction phases, managing schedules, budgets, and team resources.

    ·         collaboration & coordination: lead multidisciplinary teams (architects, engineers, contractors) and work directly with clients to translate their vision into actionable plans.

    ·         site & design execution: conduct regular site visits, monitor progress, resolve on-site challenges, and ensure compliance with design intent and building codes.

    ·         client engagement: facilitate client meetings, workshops, and presentations to share design proposals and incorporate feedback.

    ·         culture & innovation: stay current on industry trends and bring a collaborative, continuous-improvement mindset to our office.

    qualifications

    ·         experience: 3–5 years in architecture with a track record of managing projects of varying scales.

    ·         licensure: virginia architect license preferred, or actively on the path to licensure.

    ·         technical & design proficiency: skilled in revit, with a strong background in building codes and sustainable design principles.

    ·         pm readiness: comfortable stepping into a project manager role on smaller projects while contributing to production on larger ones.

    ·         soft skills: exceptional communication, organization, and conflict-resolution skills; a natural team motivator who builds great client relationships.

    what we offer (benefits)

    ·         growth: potential future partnership / ownership opportunities within the firm.

    ·         compensation: $60,000 - $85,000 based on experience and qualifications, plus paid time off (pto).

    ·         development: full support for professional development, continuing education, and licensure.

    ·         environment: a supportive, collaborative workplace that values community engagement and work-life balance.




 

Employment Conditions:

May have a criminal background check and may have a driver's license check. May be requested to work additional hours to meet the needs of the firm.

Fully vaccinated + boosted for Covid-19 is required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and consider all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

  • Veteran-led organization

  • Inclusive of minority and disadvantaged groups

  • LGBTQ+ friendly workplace

  • Age-inclusive

  • Paid time off for full-time employees