Architect

HDR; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 88,011 - 148,590; Full time

Job summary

HDR is hiring an Architect to join our team in a role that emphasizes technical excellence and collaborative design. You will evaluate architectural techniques and apply standard criteria, with guidance on complex features and limited design responsibility.

The position includes generating reports and specifications, coordinating with project teams, and contributing to revenue-producing work. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Architecture, have at least 3 years of hands-on experience, are a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field required.
• Minimum of 3 years experience.
• Registered Architect.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process.
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques with judgment for minor adaptations.
• Perform assignments with objective-focused investigation of limited variables.
• Follow instructions on assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions.
• Perform architectural assignments with direction but with limited design responsibility.
• Recommend and select procedures; write reports and specifications.
• Take responsibility for phases of revenue-producing projects as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Graphic presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)

Autodesk Revit

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3-D Studio Max

Rhino

Grasshopper

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. 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.

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

• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications
• Perform assignments with specific objectives, requiring investigation of a limited set of variables
• Follow instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions
• Perform architectural assignments with direction, but without immediate supervision and with limited design responsibility
• Recommend and select procedures
• Write reports and specification covering architectural matters
• Take responsibility for phases of individual revenue-producing projects as needed
• This position is subject to a governmental background check.
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $88,011.00 - $148,590.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Primary Location: United States-California-Folsom

Other Locations: United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-San Francisco

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Industrial Architecture

Job Posting: Jul 31, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.