Project Architect - Public/Corporate

HGA; Sacramento, California, Boston (CA, MO, MA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking firm as a Project Architect, where your creativity and insights will shape impactful designs. In this role, you will lead technical design efforts, collaborate with clients and consultants, and develop innovative solutions for a variety of projects. With a commitment to sustainability and inclusivity, this company fosters a culture that values diverse perspectives and empowers you to grow in your career. If you are passionate about architecture and eager to make a difference, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance the built environment.

Benefits

401(k) Guaranteed Contribution

Paid Parental Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

PTO

Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs

Annual Bonus

Success Sharing Bonus Program

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience on small- to large-scale projects.
• Strong design skills and Revit experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop design strategies and provide technical design input.
• Collaborate with consultants and ensure project deliverables.

Skills

Design Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Architectural Registration

LEED Accreditation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Project Architect - Public/Corporate

Job Locations

US-CA-Sacramento

Job ID

2025-3107

Category

Architecture

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

# of Openings

1

Posted Date

24 minutes ago(5/7/2025 11:48 AM)

Remote

No

Overview:

HGA has an exciting opportunity for a talented Project Architect to join our Public|Corporate practice group, working out of our Sacramento office on a variety of projects. At HGA we work to foster an environment where diversity of thought, background and experience creates new energy. Through your curiosity, tenacity, creativity and unique insights you can make an impact every day. That impact is felt by your colleagues, by our clients, and by those who inhabit the spaces we create.

In this role you will:

Develops a thorough understanding of projects' design philosophy and provides major input in developing a design and building performance strategy and effectively conveys this to assigned team members when appropriate
1. Provides technical design input. Responsible for a project's technical design effort, subsequent detailed design development, project coordination and quality control efforts during all phases of project work, in close collaboration with the client and project team
2. Seeks creative and innovative solutions to assigned tasks and develops appropriate research and documents to support these solutions
3. Actively collaborates with and coordinates work of consultants and knowledge resources to ensure the project deliverables are coordinated, integrated and support the design concept and performance goals of the project
4. Contributes to the preparation of design documents and leads the detailed development of construction documents during all project phases, delivering complete, accurate and coordinated project documentation
5. Advances the production of schematic, design development and construction documents drawings and specifications in compliance with project scope, schedule, cost and design intent
6. Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
7. Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFI's, RFP's, change orders, etc.)
8. Executes applicable agency review analysis (accessibility, zoning, life-safety, etc.)
9. Maintains contact with clients, consultants and contractors during all project phases, participating in marketing, client and owner presentations as required

You will need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture
• Architectural registration preferred
• LEED accreditation preferred
• 7+ years of experience on small- to large-scale project types. Experience working on Hi-tech labs would be a plus
• Strong design skills are important
• Revit experience required
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, SketchUp and other industry accepted software and Microsoft Office Suite products
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, able to communicate clearly with team members and clients
• Demonstrated ability to oversee and be responsible for project delivery which may be multiple, large or complex in scope

Salary Information:

The pay range listed aligns to the geography of the office for which this position is posted. Actual compensation will be based upon work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Individuals in this role working more than 24 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in HGA's robust benefit programs which include an annual bonus and success sharing bonus program, 401(k) guaranteed contribution, paid parental leave, medical, dental and life insurance plans as well as PTO and short- and long-term disability programs. Salary Range: $78,600 - $105,400.

Additional Information:

HGA is a place where you can do your best work. We believe that enduring, impactful design results from deep insight into the people and passions that animate each unique environment. We value empathy, are fueled by curiosity, and embrace the hard work that leads to innovation. Equally important is our commitment to creating a culture of inclusivity and diversity where we encourage your originality, respect the need for flexibility and work-life balance, and empower your desired career growth. HGA is a national award-winning interdisciplinary design firm rooted in architecture and engineering. Learn more about us here.

Equity

Equity is a living, breathing part of who we are and what we do at HGA. Our goal is to ensure that every employee brings their authentic self to work, feels a sense of belonging and works collaboratively to support each other.

Sustainability

We are committed to meeting our clients' sustainability goals as well as challenging our industry. We aim to develop the expertise and research to push beyond net zero energy to net positive energy; from a neutral effect on health, safety, and resources to a positive one. As the need and desire for sustainability environments grow, so does the focus on high-performance buildings with sound data that we can share back with clients and our design teams.

Application Requirements

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