Project Architect - Civic and Community

HDR; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Project Architect to join our Civic and Community Architecture Practice in North Carolina. The role emphasizes leading multidisciplinary teams and ensuring high quality and compliance in civic projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, substantial experience, and registered architect status.

Responsibilities include coordinating projects, performing quality assurance, and writing architectural specifications. The position offers regular employment status in a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience in architecture.
• Registered Architect with demonstrated graphic presentation skills.
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team on architectural projects.
• Coordinate work through multiple phases of a project.
• Perform technical reviews and ensure compliance with codes.

Skills

Leadership

Architectural Design

Technical Reviews

Project Coordination

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Autodesk Revit

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3-D Studio Max

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

HDR is seeking a Project Architect for our Civic and Community Architecture Practice in either the Charlotte or Raleigh office. This role focuses on leading multidisciplinary teams, coordinating design and construction phases, and ensuring high quality and compliance for civic and community projects.

Due to client contract requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
• Independently coordinate work of a multidisciplinary 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 civic and community facilities
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
• Significant amount of contract administration experience, including running OAC meetings, reviewing applications for payment, and processing certificates of substantial completion
• Experience with value engineering exercises
• Ability to facilitate team‑wide coordination meetings with all project disciplines
• Experience with commercial building permit development and processing
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3‑D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience
• Local candidates are preferred

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 - North Carolina - Charlotte
Other Locations: United States - North Carolina - Raleigh
Industry: Architecture
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Civic ARC
Job Posting: Jun 18, 2026

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.