Industrial Senior Project Architect (Southeast)

HDR; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is looking for an experienced architect in Charlotte, NC, to lead multidisciplinary project teams for a variety of industrial architecture projects including data centers and water treatment facilities. Qualified candidates should possess a Master's degree in Architecture, at least 10 years of experience, and proficiency in Autodesk Revit. The role includes managing design activities and ensuring compliance with regulations. This full-time position offers a commitment to equitable employment practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in architecture.
• Experience with industrial-type facilities.
• Registered Architect.
• LEED Accreditation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams to deliver construction documents.
• Conduct meetings for code compliance.
• Manage scope and schedule with Project Manager.
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews.
• Provide construction observation as needed.

Skills

Technical design concepts

Design management skills

Construction documents

Problem-solving skills

Proficient in Autodesk Revit

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Autodesk Revit

Job description

Our Southeast Region Architecture Group is seeking a candidate with the desire to use and grow their technical expertise to successfully deliver projects across a variety of markets and building types, with potential to support architecture work across Water, Resource, Federal, and Building Engineering market sectors. In this role, you’ll partner with project managers to lead the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of multiple building types, from high-performance data centers that power cloud computing and the digital infrastructure the world relies on, to water treatment facilities that provide clean drinking water for entire communities, to advanced manufacturing plants, office spaces, operations centers, and maintenance facilities, among other project types.

Location preference: Charlotte, NC; Raleigh, NC; or Atlanta, GA.

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.
• Work with the Project Manager to proactively manage scope and schedule.
• 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’ relevant prior experience in the areas of industrial architecture, such as data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing, etc.
• A minimum of 15 years’ experience as a licensed professional strongly preferred
• 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
• Preference given to candidates currently residing in the Charlotte/Raleigh, NC or Atlanta, GA area
• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship is required

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in use of 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

Location and Employment Details

• Primary Location: United States – North Carolina – Charlotte
• Other Locations: United States – North Carolina – Raleigh; United States – Georgia – Atlanta
• Industry: Architecture
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Industrial Architecture
• Job Posting: May 6, 2026

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