Senior Architect and Group Lead Headquarters Facilities

The Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints•Salt Lake City, UT

31d•Hybrid

About The Position

About the Role We are seeking a Senior Architect to lead a talented team of architects and designers who work primarily as design managers. This team supports the global work of departments headquartered in the Salt Lake City area and includes educational, office, manufacturing, retail, residential, medical, hospitality, performance, religious, and historic facilities in 70+ properties totaling over 9 million square feet. This is a unique opportunity to shape environments where the work of the Church occurs while advancing your career in a collaborative, purpose-driven organization. Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture Minimum 10 years of post-education experience practicing architecture, with a proven track record of leading design teams and managing complex projects Architectural license required Proficiency in design software (Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, etc.) and document transfer systems Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities Commitment to the values and mission of the Church, including temple worthiness and exemplary personal conduct Why Join Us? Mission-Driven Work: The environments you create enable the global work of the Church and represent a standard of design excellence Growth & Development: The strongest candidates for this position should be continuously seeking to improve their capabilities and can expect to be provided resources to support that effort Supportive Culture: Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and open communication Comprehensive Benefits: HSA or FSA medical insurance plans with some no-deductive options dental and vision insurance options 401k retirement plan with up to 12% employer contribution, employee and family life insurance options paid parental leave 18 days of annual vacation leave and 10 sick days accrued annually education reimbursement program payment of professional fees and support for continuing education. Hybrid work and flexible schedule options available Key Responsibilities Leadership & Vision: Define design and technical direction for complex, high-profile projects. Provide effective design leadership, management, and supervision for project teams, including hired consultants and in-house teams. Ensuring high levels of performance from concept through occupancy. Collaboration: Oversee a collaborative design process, coordinating schedule and costs with project managers, and working closely with outside consultants and internal stakeholders across departments to deliver projects that meet business needs and desired outcomes. Mentorship: Guide, mentor, and inspire architects, designers, and interns, fostering professional growth in a positive and inclusive team culture. Quality & Accountability: Ensure all project requirements are properly established and met, maintaining accountability to budgets, schedules, and standards of design and construction Continuous Improvement: Stay at the forefront of industry best practices, codes, and technologies through ongoing professional development, curious learning, and project reviews that can enhance the experiences of visitors, volunteers, students, employees, and leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
Minimum 10 years of post-education experience practicing architecture, with a proven track record of leading design teams and managing complex projects
Architectural license required
Proficiency in design software (Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Suite, etc.) and document transfer systems
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and team-building abilities
Commitment to the values and mission of the Church, including temple worthiness and exemplary personal conduct

Responsibilities

Define design and technical direction for complex, high-profile projects.
Provide effective design leadership, management, and supervision for project teams, including hired consultants and in-house teams. Ensuring high levels of performance from concept through occupancy.
Oversee a collaborative design process, coordinating schedule and costs with project managers, and working closely with outside consultants and internal stakeholders across departments to deliver projects that meet business needs and desired outcomes.
Guide, mentor, and inspire architects, designers, and interns, fostering professional growth in a positive and inclusive team culture.
Ensure all project requirements are properly established and met, maintaining accountability to budgets, schedules, and standards of design and construction
Stay at the forefront of industry best practices, codes, and technologies through ongoing professional development, curious learning, and project reviews that can enhance the experiences of visitors, volunteers, students, employees, and leadership.