Project Architect

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking a Project Architect in Folsom, California. The ideal candidate will lead teams in delivering projects across various markets while demonstrating strong technical expertise. Responsibilities include managing design activities, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring project compliance. A Bachelor's degree in Architecture and at least 5 years of experience are required, along with proficiency in Autodesk Revit. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment focused on creative problem-solving.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a licensed professional.
• Registered Architect.
• Experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to solve complex design challenges.
• Manage design activities and produce detailed documents.
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews.

Skills

Technical design concepts

Design management skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Autodesk Revit

Excellent written and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Graphic presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Job description

We are 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.

You’ll lead teams of architects, planners, designers, engineers, technical experts, and project managers to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration.

In the role of Project Architect, we’ll count on you to:

• 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
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience as a licensed professional
• 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.
• 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
• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.

Required Qualifications

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

Primary Location

United States-California-Folsom

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

May 1, 2026

EEO Statement

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