Lead Data Center Architect - Mission Critical

Harley-Ellis-Devereaux; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Harley-Ellis-Devereaux seeks a Project Architect for Mission Critical data center projects. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, coordinate with clients, developers, and authorities, and drive design excellence from concept through construction.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and licensure, 8+ years in A/E, 3+ years in data centers, Revit proficiency, and LEED preference. This role is remote-friendly and focuses on delivering sustainable, integrated buildings for diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and licensure required.
• LEED Accredited preferred, with a passion for sustainable and resilient design.
• Minimum eight years’ experience in the A/E industry required.
• Three or more years of experience with Data Center projects.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from schematic design through project close-out, including design and technical expertise.
• A comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines.
• Good written and verbal communication skills as well as strong organizational skills.
• Possess the ability to motivate and mentor staff and delegate work assignments.
• Willingness and ability to work with remote team members using video conferencing and other tools.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for site and master planning development working with client and civil engineering teams as part of site entitlements and building design approvals process.
• Responsible for building system concepts and documentation processes from schematics through construction administration phases
• Ability to engage during project pursuits to support the Project Manager and Principal in Charge in the development of scope and fee
• Function as team leader on large, complex, and integrated architecture and engineering projects
• Client facing, comfortable working directly with sophisticated client teams that have a diverse group of stakeholders
• Responsible for overseeing and directing project team members
• Prepare and monitor discipline work plans
• Prepare and document code research for a project
• Conduct material and product research as required for project development
• Develop/edit project specifications in RIB SpecLink
• Sign and seal documentation prepared under the candidate's direct supervision
• Attend project meetings as necessary
• Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration
• Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Sector

Skills

Mentoring

Team leadership

Communication

Project coordination

Detail-oriented

Remote collaboration

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree and licensure

Tools

Revit

Job description

Harley-Ellis-Devereaux seeks a Project Architect for Mission Critical data center projects. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, coordinate with clients, developers, and authorities, and drive design excellence from concept through construction.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and licensure, 8+ years in A/E, 3+ years in data centers, Revit proficiency, and LEED preference. This role is remote-friendly and focuses on delivering sustainable, integrated buildings for diverse clients.