Project Architect

HDR, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An architectural firm in Kansas City is seeking a qualified Architect to manage multidisciplinary teams on various projects, including healthcare and educational facilities. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Architecture, 5 years of experience, and proficiency in Autodesk Revit. This full-time role requires excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with a strong commitment to sustainable design practices. Join our employee-owned culture where your contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field required.
• Minimum of 5 years experience needed.
• Registered Architect status is mandatory.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential.
• Sustainable design and LEED knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team on architectural projects from layout to detailing.
• Coordinate project phases and client meetings.
• Perform technical reviews and quality assurance checks.
• Write and edit architectural specifications.
• Provide construction contract administration.

Skills

Leadership of multidiscipline teams

Project coordination

Excellent written skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Familiarity with architectural software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3-D Studio Max

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
• Independently coordinate work of a multidiscipline team through multiple phases of a project
• Establish owner/client and internal meetings, and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines
• Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform QA/QC and 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
• Lead projects in a dual management role as needed
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

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-Missouri-Kansas City

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular