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MTFA Architecture


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Recruitment began on August 26, 2025
and the job listing Expires on July 30, 2026
Full-time
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MTFA Architecture is seeking an architect with experience in historic preservation, who is committed to transforming visions, enhancing potential, and exceeding expectations in the built environment. We are dedicated to preserving and adapting historic buildings and sites nationwide. Preservation is what we do and what we have been doing for over 40 years.

To join us as a preservation architect in our preservation studio, you should have:

· Knowledge of the Secretary of Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties.

· Undergraduate or graduate degree in Architecture with a specialization in Historic Preservation.

· 8+ years of historic preservation experience.

· Current architectural registration.

· Interest in the technical aspects of historic properties and buildings, including historic materials.

· Ability to collaborate with consultants and owner’s representatives on complex multi-phased projects.

· Strong communications and organizational skills.

· Collaborative personality to bring out the best in team situations and mentor emerging professionals.

· Strong knowledge of design, construction documents, and project delivery.

· Experience with Local, State, And Federal government projects is a plus.

· Proficiency in Revit and/or AutoCAD programs and Microsoft Office.

· U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident.

MTFA Architecture is a diverse, collaborative, award winning full-service design firm with offices in Arlington, Virginia and Capitol Hill, Washington, D.C. MTFA’s mission is to positively shape culture, commerce and people’s lives through innovative design solutions for the built environment. MTFA’s market strengths include: education, culture, commercial, multi-family, government, religious and historic preservation related projects.

Think MTFA is a good fit for you? Please provide a letter of interest, resume, and work sample to mtfa@mtfa.net.

All current career opportunities can be seen on our website: https://www.mtfa.net/careers

MTFA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Job Type: Full-time

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