Project Architect

HDR; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Architect for its Calgary office. In this full-time role, you will oversee planning and design for diverse industrial projects, including data centers and water treatment facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and proficiency in Autodesk Revit. This role emphasizes leadership in design excellence, sustainable practices, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Join HDR and contribute to positive community impacts!

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in industrial architecture.
• LEED Accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of projects.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams through all project phases.
• Review architectural documents for conflicts with all disciplines.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Communication skills

Architectural design skills

Problem-solving

Technical design concepts

Sustainable design practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves how our work impacts 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. Here’s 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 worldwide.

Our Calgary office is seeking a candidate who can use and grow their technical expertise to successfully deliver projects across diverse markets and building types, with potential to support architecture work across Water, Resource, Federal, and Building Engineering market sectors. In this role, you’ll partner with project managers to lead the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of multiple building types, from high‑performance data centers to water treatment facilities, advanced manufacturing plants, office spaces, operations centers, and maintenance facilities.

You’ll lead teams of architects, planners, designers, engineers, technical experts, and project managers to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration, championing design excellence with resilience and sustainability, and pioneering innovative building technologies.

In the role of Project Architect, we'll count on you to:

• Be knowledgeable in technical design concepts, code applications, design management skills, digital technologies, and design workflows for industrial-type facilities.
• Lead owner/client and internal meetings and participate in reviews with governing agencies for code compliance.
• Lead project teams with varied levels of experience to successfully complete and deliver construction documents and intermediate milestone deliverables.
• Manage and undertake design activities and the production of detailed documents required for construction.
• Independently coordinate the work of a multidisciplinary team through all phases of a project.
• Review architectural documents for conflicts with all disciplines.
• Perform QA/QC and cross‑discipline 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.
• Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed.
• Conduct work sessions at the project site in conjunction with client representatives, project managers, and other disciplines.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Architecture.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in industrial architecture (e.g., data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing).
• LEED Accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable design.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff.
• Experience facilitating meetings with a range of stakeholders, such as engineers, client representatives, contractors, subcontractors, AHJs.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• A minimum of 5 years experience.
• Registered Architect.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule).
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and processes.
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills.
• 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 in our employee‑owned culture.

Primary Location: Canada – Alberta – Calgary
Industry: Architecture
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Industrial Architecture
Job Posting: May 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.