Principal Architect - Transit Architecture

HNTB; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 132,461 - 207,183; Full time

Job summary

HNTB in Boston, MA is seeking a Lead Technical Architect with over 10 years of experience in architecture. This role involves overseeing project development phases, leading technical viewpoints on projects, and coordinating with various stakeholders to ensure quality standards and schedules are met.

The ideal candidate demonstrates advanced knowledge of design tools such as Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD. Experience in transit architecture design is preferred. The position includes competitive salaries ranging from $132,461.84 to $207,183.90 for Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant architectural experience.
• Registered Architect (RA).
• Experience in transit architecture design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical architect for medium to large-scale projects.
• Monitor project work planning and scheduling.
• Coordinate with sub-consultants for quality assurance and control.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical analysis

Project document preparation

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Suite

Job description

What We're Looking For

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

We are a transit‑centric studio that believes the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. This opportunity entails being responsible for participation in all phases of project development, including full technical support of the architecture as well as incorporation of all disciplines involved with the design. Serves as a resource to the designer and project manager as the design is developed. The role includes serving as the lead technical architect on medium to large scale projects.

What You'll Do

• Develop and present lead technical viewpoint on assigned projects. Ensure that a technical solution, consistent with the program and design, is properly developed and produced.
• Work closely with the project designer and manager in planning and implementing all work processes. Develop and implement internal controls for all team members assigned to a project. Monitor and supervise development of contract documents.
• Promote the implementation and enforcement of BIM and design technology standards, best practices, and project team workflows.
• Have overall responsibility for coordination with sub‑consultants in implementation of quality assurance and quality control checks. Responsible for all project work planning and scheduling.
• Serve as subject matter expert on architectural projects of the largest size.
• Promote firm culture within and outside the practice.
• Assist in the development and implementation of practice‑wide technical and delivery standards.
• Participate in market sector leadership initiatives.
• Nurture existing client relationships.
• Attend industry‑based conferences and events to promote the firm.
• May mentor early to mid‑career staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture and 10 years of relevant experience.
• RA

What You'll Bring

• Expert communication with PMs, project teams, clients, contractors, and consultant teams regarding various technical aspects of the project.
• Ability to analyze design and construction systems, design layouts, and construction features. Ability to research and apply/incorporate technical data into construction documents.
• Experience in coordination of architectural/engineering project team to prepare contract documents.
• Ability to ensure compliance with standards, established architectural practices, applicable codes and technical adequacy of design and construction.
• Experience in the preparation, review, and coordination of construction documents prior to issuance, including verifying project conformance with client's scope, budget, and schedule.
• Experience collaboration with senior project leadership during the construction administration phase to attend on‑site field visits, conduct field reviews, attend contractor meetings, respond to RFIs, evaluate change orders, review shop drawings, and perform other duties as assigned.
• Project experience in medium‑size and large‑scale projects.
• Advanced working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite.
• Skills in computational design, or other emerging technologies.
• Demonstrated technical ability and leadership skills.
• Clear communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Patience and ability to mentor and develop others.
• Proficient in:
  • Project delivery methods (Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, IPD, etc.)
  • Architectural products and systems
  • Building codes, building construction, and building systems integration.
  • Knowledgeable in current and emerging tools including Autodesk Revit, cloud file sharing/collaboration, complex 3‑D modeling, Rhino, 3‑D Max, Sketchup, and visualization.
  • Knowledgeable in current accessibility and sustainability codes and standards.

What We Prefer

• Transit Architecture design experience
• MTA, CTDOT or Amtrak project experience
• Bentley MicroStation and Open Buildings experience
• Envision Accreditation or LEED Accreditation

Locations

• Boston, MA
• Chicago, IL
• New York, NY
• Philadelphia, PA

Salaries

The approximate pay range for New York is $110,384.86 - $215,816.57. For Massachusetts: $132,461.84 - $207,183.90. For Illinois: $121,423.35 - $189,918.58. Nationwide: $110,384.86 - $215,816.57.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.