Design Coordinator

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR invites a Design Coordinator to join our architectural team in Houston, focusing on coordinating design efforts across construction documents and specifications. The role requires collaboration with Project Architects and clients, ensuring technical accuracy and design integrity.

Ideal candidates bring a Bachelor's (or higher) in Architecture, Revit proficiency, and strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to thrive in our employee-owned environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• Credentials to obtain future registration.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and obtain registration.
• 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.
• Commitment to employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and apply architectural techniques to construction documents.
• Perform architectural assignments with general guidance from Project Architect/Manager.
• May work with owners/clients to select procedures.
• Write specifications and perform code reviews.
• Assist Project Architects and other coordinators across all project phases.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3D 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 Design Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

• Evaluate, select and apply architectural techniques, procedures and modifications to architectural construction documents
• Perform architectural assignments with only general instruction from the Project Architect or Project Manager regarding the expected results
• May work directly with owners/clients to select and recommend procedures
• Write specifications covering architectural matters and perform code reviews
• Assist Project Architects, other Architectural Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and take responsibility for work in all phases of the architectural process
• 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
• Must possess credentials to obtain future registration
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and eventually obtain registration
• 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.

Primary Location: United States-Texas-Houston

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Health ARC

Job Posting: Sep 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirative 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.