Careers

Open positions are listed below. We are always interested in hearing from talented planning and design professionals. Drop us a line at info@mca.design

  • Marshall Craft Associates is a planning and architecture firm offering a full range of design services and is consistently recognized among the top firms in the Mid-Atlantic region. For nearly 40 years, we have partnered with mission-driven clients across the United States, including educational institutions, healthcare systems, corporations, and civic and government organizations. We work from vibrant, inspiring studios in Richmond, Virginia, and within the Clipper Mill arts community in Baltimore, Maryland.

    Our diverse team includes award-winning designers and planners, sustainability specialists, community leaders, data and business professionals, BIM managers, and building code experts. What unites us is a shared commitment to design excellence, client service, integrity, ingenuity, clear communication, and collaboration. We listen carefully to our clients and work creatively with them to deliver thoughtful, effective solutions to complex challenges. For every person working on every project, our mandate is simple: Do the Right Thing—for our clients, our partners, our employees, and our communities.

    • 401(k)

    • 401(k) matching

    • 401(k) Safe Harbor

    • Profit-sharing

    • Health insurance

    • Dental insurance

    • Vision insurance

    • Life insurance

    • HSA eligible

    • Flexible spending account

    • Long and short-term disability

    • Parental leave

    • Flex time

    • Paid time off

    • Education, training, and professional development

    • Professional registration/certification exam and license incentives

    • Professional organization dues

  • Please submit your cover letter, resume with salary requirements, references, and portfolio to Paul Riley at info@mca.design. No phone calls, please.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Registered Architect with 10+ years of professional experience and a strong focus on and portfolio in education design to join our team. This position offers a clear career path to a leadership role within the firm, including opportunities to lead a studio, the education market/sector, and the firm as a whole. If you are an architect who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated to take on increasing responsibility and leadership in project delivery, team development, and client relationships, we’d love to hear from you.

Our practice offers excellent career opportunities for professionals who enjoy creative problem-solving, mentoring others, and working as part of an integrated team. This role will contribute to all phases of project development while progressively assuming leadership responsibilities, including guiding project teams, mentoring emerging professionals, strengthening client partnerships, and helping shape the firm’s education design practice across K–12 and/or higher education projects.

We cultivate a welcoming culture that supports mentorship, career development, and ongoing professional training to prepare individuals for long-term leadership within the firm and the industry. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide a highly competitive compensation and benefits package and maintain a strong commitment to work-life balance. Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

  • B.Arch or M.Arch degree from an accredited program

  • 10+ years of architectural experience, including 5+ years in a project management or project leadership role

  • Demonstrated experience in education design (K–12 and/or higher education); civic or cultural project experience is a plus

  • Proficiency and hands-on experience in Revit required; AutoCAD proficiency a plus

  • Virginia professional registration required; LEED, WELL, or other specialized credentials a plus

Please submit your cover letter, resume with salary requirements, references, and portfolio to Paul Van Riley at info@mca.design. No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Project Architect/Project Manager—Richmond

Updated January 27, 2026

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Registered Architect with 10+ years of professional experience and a strong focus on and portfolio in education design to join our team. This position offers a clear career path to a leadership role within the firm, including opportunities to lead a studio, the education market/sector, and the firm as a whole. If you are an architect who thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated to take on increasing responsibility and leadership in project delivery, team development, and client relationships, we’d love to hear from you.

Our practice offers excellent career opportunities for professionals who enjoy creative problem-solving, mentoring others, and working as part of an integrated team. This role will contribute to all phases of project development while progressively assuming leadership responsibilities, including guiding project teams, mentoring emerging professionals, strengthening client partnerships, and helping shape the firm’s education design practice across K–12 and/or higher education projects.

We cultivate a welcoming culture that supports mentorship, career development, and ongoing professional training to prepare individuals for long-term leadership within the firm and the industry. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide a highly competitive compensation and benefits package and maintain a strong commitment to work-life balance. Salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and demonstrated expertise.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

  • B.Arch or M.Arch degree from an accredited program

  • 10+ years of architectural experience, including 5+ years in a project management or project leadership role

  • Demonstrated experience in education design (K–12 and/or higher education); civic or cultural project experience is a plus

  • Proficiency and hands-on experience in Revit required; AutoCAD proficiency a plus

  • Virginia professional registration required; LEED, WELL, or other specialized credentials a plus

Please submit your cover letter, resume with salary requirements, references, and portfolio to Paul Van Riley at info@mca.design. No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Project Architect/Project Manager—Baltimore

Updated January 27, 2026

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Interior Designer who thrives in a collaborative environment. Our practice offers excellent career opportunities for professionals who enjoy creative problem-solving and teamwork. We cultivate a welcoming culture that supports mentorship, career development, and professional training to help you grow. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we provide a highly competitive benefits and compensation package and a solid commitment to work-life balance. The salary offered to successful candidates will be commensurate with their skills and experience.

Ideal Candidates Will Have:

  • Bachelor's degree from a CIDA-accredited program

  • 5+ years of interior design experience working in a multi-discipline architecture practice or as a consultant to architects on institutional/commercial projects. Higher education design experience is preferred.

  • Proficiency in Revit is required; proficiency in AutoCAD is a plus

  • NCIDQ certification is preferred but not required; LEED, WELL, or other specialized credentials are a plus

Please submit your cover letter, resume with salary requirements, references, and portfolio to Paul Van Riley at info@mca.design. No phone calls, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Interior Designer—Baltimore

Updated January 27, 2026