Project Architect

HDR; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 99,869 - 168,610; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Architect in Sacramento, California. The ideal candidate will lead various projects in industrial architecture, ensuring compliance and quality. You will work with multidisciplinary teams and be responsible for the planning, design, and documentation phases. A Bachelor's degree in Architecture and 5+ years of relevant experience are required. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $99,869 to $168,610 annually, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a licensed architect.
• Experience in industrial architecture projects.
• Strong proficiency in architectural contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and deliver construction documents.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team work through all project phases.
• Review architectural documents for conflicts with all disciplines.

Skills

Technical design concepts

Digital technologies

Quality Assurance/Quality Control

Communication skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

We’re seeking a Project Architect who will use and grow 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.

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.
• 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.

Required Qualifications

• Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• 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

Other Locations: United States-California-Sacramento, United States-California-San Francisco

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Industrial Architecture

Job Posting: May 1, 2026

The expected compensation range for this position is $99,869.00 - $168,610.00 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

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. https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer