Principal Architect

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Principal Architect to join our Commercial & Institutional – Architectural Team at our Colonie, NY, Fort Washington, PA, Portland, ME, or Boston, MA locations. This is a hybrid role.

CHA's architects envision buildings that will have a lasting impact by providing architectural design, interior design and planning that is focused on the people who will live, work, learn, grow, and expand their horizons in these spaces. Our architects and designers seek to create high-quality, collaborative designs that stress innovation grounded in careful listening to functional needs and tailored to culture and specific organizational needs. At CHA, architects and engineers work together to create solutions that endure in the built environment.

The Principal Architect has broad knowledge of fundamentals in specialty areas and knowledge of principles and practices in related specialties The Principal Architect plans, schedules, conducts, and coordinates detailed phases of complex projects. This individual is responsible for providing technical direction and leadership to the group. In addition, the Principal Architect will:

• Assist the group with project design and quality control
• Manage and coordinate with junior staff on all phases of design projects
• Mentor and train staff
• Support marketing and proposal efforts to obtain new work
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight and solid architectural judgement in solving problems
• Assist in the development of company standard technical practices
• Ensure government regulations and zoning codes are followed and adhered to
• Prepare 2D & 3D presentations
• Travel as needed

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you’ll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your “why” at CHA!

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture required; Master's degree preferred
• Registered Architect license required
• LEED accreditation is required
• A minimum of 20 years of Architecture experience
• Mastery of all necessary software programs
• Exceptional verbal, written and graphic communication skills
• Extensive knowledge of detailed architectural design is required
• Extensive knowledge of buildings codes within various jurisdictions
• Ability to work and lead in a team environment
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to conduct QA/QC reviews
• Exceptional organizational, time management and multitasking skills
• Must possess technical acumen and the ability to troubleshoot on a variety of projects

$105,000 - $135,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. 

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways – always searching, never settling – to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.