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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Lead · 10+ years
- Minimum education
- Bachelor’s degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Senior Project Architect will lead multidiscipline teams through all project phases, ensuring design excellence and code compliance. They are responsible for coordinating architectural documents, performing technical reviews, and managing construction contract administration.
Job details
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story' Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities. In the role of Senior Project Architect, we'll count on you to: Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects Independently coordinate work of a multidiscipline team through multiple phases of a project Establish owner/client and internal meetings, and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines Perform QA/QC and technical reviews Write and edit architectural specifications Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents Lead projects in a dual management role as needed Provide construction contract administration as needed Perform other duties as needed Selection Process: Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Revit skills assessment to demonstrate their proficiency with Revit software and related design tasks. Accommodations will be made available upon request. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Architecture Experience or interest in the areas of industrial architecture, such as data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing, etc. Experience with Bluebeam Revu Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field A minimum of 10 years experience Registered Architect Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process Demonstrated graphic presentation skills Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
What you’ll do
The Senior Project Architect will lead multidiscipline teams through all project phases, ensuring design excellence and code compliance. They are responsible for coordinating architectural documents, performing technical reviews, and managing construction contract administration.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Architecture and possess at least 10 years of professional experience. Proficiency in Autodesk Revit, strong knowledge of building codes, and a Registered Architect license are required.
Benefits
• Employee-owned culture • Inclusive environment • Employee network groups
Listed skills
- Architectural Design · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Project management · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Revit
- Project management
- Architectural design
- Construction contract administration
- Code compliance
- Technical reviews
- QA/QC
- Specifications writing
- Multidiscipline team leadership
- Bluebeam Revu
- Sustainable design
- LEED
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving
- Graphic presentation
- Contract documents
- Influencing Skills
- Project Schedules
- Change Orders
- Influencing Without Authority
- Curiosity
- Resilience
- Architecture License
- Planning
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Research
- Autodesk Revit
- Construction
- Built Environment
- Management
- Contract Management
- Creativity
- Data Centers
- Disabilities
- Executive Sponsor
- Graphic Communication
- Innovation
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Operations
- Public Utility
- Sustainable Design
- Software Technical Review
- Verbal Communication Skills
- Water Treatment
- High Dynamic Range
- Quality Control
Job areas
- Construction
- Engineering
- Art & Design
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Management & Leadership
- Project Architect
- Architect
- Building Architects
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval
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