Position: Senior Architect 
Job Type: Full-Time
Mode of Work: Full-time (Onsite)
Location: Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center (Columbia, SC)

POSITION OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a Senior Architect/Engineer (CM-SA/E) to lead medical facility construction projects. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in design, construction management, and regulatory compliance, with the ability to guide multidisciplinary teams and ensure successful project delivery.

REQUIRED:

• Must be a United States citizen and eligible to work on federally funded projects.
• Must be eligible and able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance (i.e., pass a federal background check), as well as complete the necessary processes to receive a VA Personal Identity Verification (PIV) badge.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed Architect or Professional Engineer in good standing.
• Bachelor of Architecture from an accredited institution of higher education.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in architectural and engineering design and construction. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with local, state, and federal building codes and regulations. 
• Proven expertise in reviewing and interpreting construction contract Documents, including specifications and drawings.
• Strong understanding of building systems, construction practices, engineering coordination, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Effective leadership and supervisory skills, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and project stakeholders.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience with VA, DoD, or federally funded healthcare construction projects.
• Familiarity with sustainable building practices and LEED certification processes.
• Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore, Primavera P6, or Microsoft Project. 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to work flexible hours, including rotating day and night shifts as required by project demands.

COMPENSATION:
A salary commensurate with experience will be offered.

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Federal Holidays

SteerBridge Strategies is committed to equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person’s race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. SteerBridge Strategies will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities in accordance with applicable law.