Senior Architect / Project Manager

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us. You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Senior Architect / Project Manager to join our talented Architecture team! Why our employee-owners love SEH: "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" - GIS Analyst "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " - Civil Engineering Technician "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" - Sr Financial Analyst "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" - Civil Engineer "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." - Sr Mechanical Engineer Why you'll love SEH: Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company's success Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training Work arrangements that promote work/life balance Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice SEH is seeking a Senior Architect / Project Manager to help drive our growth and success as a leader in our Tennessee market. This role offers the unique opportunity to help shape strategy and lead exciting pursuits and projects in our growing Architecture Practice! This position is open to individuals located in our target growth locations, which include Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville or surrounding areas. This Opportunity: Drive and direct business activities to build long-term client relationships with an emphasis on continuing SEH's impressive success in delivering smart, sustainable and productive municipal architecture projects Live on the front lines in developing meaningful connections and strong partnerships, and are in a unique position for bringing strategies to our clients in addressing their design needs Collaborate with regional teams to lead projects and technical staff in successfully delivering architectural design projects Lead the development of a new physical office in Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville or surrounding area Market SEH's architectural fire station and essential facilities design services, preparing and conducting proposal presentations, and managing communication between clients, consultants and contractors Lead client meetings and develop relationships with targeted municipal clients and selective private clients to secure new projects in alignment with business growth goals, with prioritized attention to municipal fire station development Provide guidance and mentorship to junior staff Represent SEH at conferences and professional organizations to promote municipal market expertise and to grow architectural market presence within municipal client and industry networks Essential Qualifications: Professional Bachelor's Degree in Architecture Licensed architect in the state of Tennessee Proven expertise managing municipal architectural projects and leading project teams Strong business management skills with previous leadership roles and proven success in securing new work, building business networks, and expanding business markets Recognized and well-connected with representatives from current and prospective clientele; experienced in working with clients, communities and businesses Understanding of market economics, industry trends, client types, and what it takes to successfully deliver architectural services and solutions within the geographic market. Strong networking skills Ability to travel by car as needed for team meetings, client consultations, on-site inspections/visits, etc. Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of fifteen (15) years previous experience in municipal project design and execution Experience managing multiple, simultaneous projects through prioritization and workload scheduling Demonstrated understanding of project financials metrics and ability to track and actively manage a projects financial performance Business development aptitude or previous experience within a business development role with proven success in securing new business opportunities Proven project management experience with ability to guide project teams and clients through the architectural design process NCARB Certification with ability to obtain licensure in additional states Who We Are Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us. Base compensation is expected to be in the range of $115,000 and $130,000 based on skill set and experience. Check out our full benefits package at SEH Hiring Journey. The selected candidate must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship now or in the future. SEH is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We take affirmative action to ensure that all employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. Notice to Third Party Agencies: SEH does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by SEH's Talent Director, SEH reserves the right to pursue and hire these candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies. #LI-AA1 Better Places. Clean Water. Renewing Infrastructure. Improving Mobility. SEH is an employee-owned engineering, architectural, planning, and environmental company, offering a wide variety of services. We've been helping government, industrial, and commercial clients find solutions to complex challenges since 1927. Our 900+ employee-owners across the US unite behind our core purpose of Building a Better World for All of Us.