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How much do architectural government jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for architectural government in the United States is $94,690.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $107,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for someone in an architectural government position?

A typical day in an Architectural Government role often includes reviewing project proposals, meeting with municipal officials, and coordinating with engineering and construction teams to ensure designs meet public safety standards and government regulations. You may also draft architectural plans, conduct site inspections, and oversee progress on ongoing projects. Collaboration with city planners, environmental consultants, and community stakeholders is common, as public sector projects require alignment with broader civic goals. While the work can be deadline-driven, it also offers a high level of job stability and the chance to make a tangible impact on public infrastructure and spaces.

What is an architectural government?

An Architectural Government job involves designing, planning, and overseeing construction or renovation projects for public buildings and infrastructure. Professionals in this role ensure that government structures comply with safety regulations, sustainability standards, and accessibility requirements. They may work for federal, state, or local agencies, collaborating with engineers, urban planners, and contractors. Responsibilities can include drafting blueprints, securing permits, and managing budgets. The goal is to create functional, aesthetically pleasing, and durable public spaces that serve the community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the architectural government position, and why are they important?

To excel in an Architectural Government role, you generally need a degree in architecture or a related discipline, knowledge of building codes, and experience working on public sector projects. Proficiency with tools like AutoCAD, BIM software, and familiarity with government procurement and compliance standards are typically required. Strong communication, project management, and negotiation skills set candidates apart when navigating complex stakeholder environments. These abilities are crucial for ensuring public projects are functional, compliant, and efficiently delivered within regulatory frameworks.

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Infographic showing various Architectural Government job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $94,690 per year, or $45.5 per hour.

Architectural Project Manager | Government

Corgan

Washington, DC

$90K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


Job description

Overview

At Corgan we are passionate about great design but the best thing we build is each other. Here, you'll find camaraderie and collaboration as abundantly as curiosity and creativity. Corgan is a welcoming and supportive environment that provides significant career advantages. You'll find room to grow, freedom to explore - and the safety to fail. Thank you for your interest in joining our curious, passionate, hardworking team.

Corgan is actively recruiting a dynamic Architectural Project Manager to join the firm as part of our Government team. Tackle these responsibilities alongside a team of creative, highly motivated individuals who are passionate about their work and ready to collaborate to achieve outstanding results. Our ideal team member is passionate and progressively seeking more responsibilities to expand their expertise.

Responsibilities
  • Develop competitive fee structures reflecting defined scope of services for project pursuits
  • Establish and manage project schedules
  • Oversee the completion of projects on time and within fee budget
  • Anticipate, understand and manage client expectations
  • Provide leadership to staff by identifying project studio team members' roles and responsibilities, leveraging their strengths, providing stretch opportunities, and offering mentorship
  • Lead and encourage open dialogue with project team regarding design and technical ideation and facilitate appropriate solutions
  • Motivate the project team to meet project goals through encouragement and/or course correction
  • Oversee administration of construction phase procedures and documentation (shop drawings/submittals, requests for information, and addenda/clarifications)
  • Oversee development and presentation of appropriate technical solutions to project stakeholders
  • Drive the coordination of internal staff, external consultants and other stakeholders to achieve a cohesive and collaborative project team.
  • Attend and conduct presentations
  • Actively explore and recognize new business opportunities through professional networks
  • Drive each project team to seek innovation in design solutions in an ongoing spirit of curiosity, continuous improvement, and increased project performance
  • Develop effective project directives, outlines, projections, schedules, and strategies over the course of the project
  • Oversee development and communication of appropriate project phasing
  • Manage all facets of project production resulting in a thorough set of documents
  • Identify solutions and effectively resolve technical challenges
  • Understand and apply appropriate industry standards and construction practices
  • Oversees, and is responsible for, the identification, understanding and documentation of regulatory agencies' requirements, as well as recognizing and resolving code-related design issues
  • Oversee quality assurance processes and quality control of project documents
  • Demonstrate, share, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and products
  • Maintain awareness of, and appropriately apply, new methodologies, practices, codes, and products
  • Attend and conduct presentations
  • Manage client relations
  • Provide leadership to staff
Qualifications
  • This role is an in-office position
  • Degree from an NAAB-accredited program or equivalent
  • 10+ years of experience in workplace design preferred
  • Professional registration
  • High commitment to QA/QC
  • Thorough understanding of how a drawing set goes together
  • Acumen for how things are built and constructability, and the ability to apply that knowledge to support the project design and budget
  • Knows how to research and document codes for specific projects
  • Experience managing a variety of consultants and contractors
  • Interest in sustainable design
  • Effective organizational and communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Flexible attitude
  • Proficiency or experience with managing overall project fees and schedules
  • Must have high attention to detail and strong analytical skills
  • The ability to juggle multiple priorities is essential
  • Candidates should be efficient with coordinating project deliverables and client expectations
  • Ability to collaborate in a diverse project team environment
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating and leading project teams
  • Confident presentation ability
  • Potential travel opportunities

This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.

Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.

Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer located in the country in which the job position is located.

*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed.* EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

Base Salary Range: $115,000 to $150,000 annually - Washington DC location only

The estimate range represents the general base salary range of candidates hired in Washington DC only. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. In addition, base salary is not inclusive of total compensation.

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Employment Type: FULL_TIME