Industrial Project Architect (Northcentral)

HDR; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 95,330 - 136,185; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Industrial Project Architect to lead the planning, design, and documentation of various industrial-type facilities. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Architecture, a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, and a focus on managing multidisciplinary teams.

The role includes collaboration with project managers and coordination among various stakeholders, emphasizing sustainable design principles. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant prior experience in industrial architecture.
• Registered Architect needed.
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, documentation, and construction for various building types.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams through all project phases.
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict.

Skills

Technical design concepts

Code applications

Design management skills

Digital technologies

Design workflows

Autodesk Revit

Graphic presentation skills

Excellent written and communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

The Industrial Project Architect will partner with project managers to lead the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of multiple building types across markets such as Water, Resource, Federal, and Building Engineering. The role focuses on industrial-type facilities—including data centers, water treatment plants, advanced manufacturing plants, and operations centers—and requires the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams through all phases of a project.

Responsibilities

• 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 various 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 areas of conflict 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 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 prior experience in industrial architecture (e.g., data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing, etc.)
• Minimum of 5 years experience as a licensed professional
• Experience with Bluebeam Revu
• 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, contractors, subcontractors, AHJs, etc.
• U.S. Citizenship required due to client contract requirements.
• LIBC1 certification

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a 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 the use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and processes
• 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
• Active participation in our employee‑owned culture is required.

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.

Compensation range depends on skills, experience, education and location: Minnesota: $95,330 – $136,185; Illinois: $99,869 – $142,670; Colorado: $99,869 – $142,670.

Primary Location

United States – Nebraska – Omaha

Other Locations

United States – Missouri – Kansas City, United States – South Dakota – Sioux Falls, United States – Colorado – Denver, United States – Minnesota – Minneapolis, United States – Illinois – Chicago

Equal Opportunity / EEO Statement

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