Design Coordinator

HDR; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Design Coordinator to evaluate, select and apply architectural techniques, write specs, and assist project teams across all phases of the design process. You’ll collaborate with Project Architects and sometimes owners/clients to recommend procedures and ensure documentation quality.

As an employee-owned firm, HDR emphasizes inclusion, growth and opportunity. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies a competitive salary in the Los Angeles area, with strong emphasis on

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

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 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.

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. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, and education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Los Angeles $69,000-$85,000; San Diego $69,000-$81,000

Primary Location:United States-California-Los Angeles Other Locations:United States-California-San Diego Industry:Architecture Schedule:Full-time Employee Status:Regular BusinessClass:Health ARC 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.