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TYLin · 12 hours ago

Senior Architect, Rail + Transit

Alexandria, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$110K/yr - $165K/yr

15+ years exp

TYLin is a globally recognized infrastructure consulting firm committed to innovative designs for the global infrastructure market. They are seeking a Senior Architect to lead the planning and design of rail and transit facilities across the Mid-Atlantic, ensuring compliance with regional agency standards and advancing architectural design excellence.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingInformation TechnologyInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Richard Osborne

Responsibilities

Business development to support our region’s planning and design efforts of transit and rail facilities, including passenger stations, support buildings, and yard/maintenance facilities

Coordinate with structural, MEP, and civil disciplines, and work closely with project managers, engineers, and client representatives throughout all project phases

Manage subconsultants and internal design teams, ensuring coordinated, timely, and technically robust deliverables

Interpret and apply WMATA, MDOT MTA, and VRE design standards, building codes, and client requirements

Participate in client meetings, public presentations, and stakeholder engagement processes

Oversee production from conceptual design through construction documents and construction administration

Conduct and oversee QA/QC reviews of architectural design deliverables

Qualification

Registered Architect (RA)Architectural experienceBuilding codesWMATA/VRE/MDOT MTALEED accreditationCommunication skillsLeadershipMentoringCollaboration skills

Required

Registered Architect (RA) or AIA professional membership in DC, Maryland, or Virginia (or ability to obtain within 6 months)

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture from an accredited program

Minimum 15 years of architectural experience, with a strong focus on transit, rail, or transportation infrastructure

Proven experience working with agencies such as WMATA, VRE, MDOT MTA, or Amtrak on projects including stations, operations centers, or maintenance facilities

Strong knowledge of regional building codes, ADA, NFPA, and relevant WMATA or state agency design criteria

Excellent written, verbal, and graphic communication skills

Demonstrated ability to lead, coordinate, and mentor project teams in a collaborative environment

Preferred

Experience with federally funded infrastructure or Design-Build project delivery

Familiarity with NEPA, FTA, or FRA project requirements

LEED accreditation or strong interest in sustainable infrastructure design

Benefits

Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Company

TYLin

Glassdoor3.8

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities.

Founded in 1954

San Francisco, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.tylin.com

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