Employee-Owned Project Architect – Lead Design Teams

HDR; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Architect in San Francisco to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop architectural layouts, and ensure code compliance throughout multiple project phases.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, at least 5 years of experience, and a registered architect credential. Proficiency in Revit, Office tools, and graphic presentation is essential for delivering detailed contract documents and specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• 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 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical problem solving

Team collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Registered Architect

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3ds Max

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

HDR is seeking a Project Architect in San Francisco to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop architectural layouts, and ensure code compliance throughout multiple project phases.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, at least 5 years of experience, and a registered architect credential. Proficiency in Revit, Office tools, and graphic presentation is essential for delivering detailed contract documents and specifications.