Project Designer - Public Realm / Transportation

hdr; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Project Designer with a passion for civic architecture and urban design. In this dynamic role, you will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensuring projects are executed with precision and creativity. Your expertise in architectural design, coupled with strong communication and analytical skills, will enable you to navigate complex projects effectively. With a commitment to sustainability and innovative design, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact communities positively. Join a collaborative environment that values diversity and fosters professional growth while making a difference in public spaces.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in architecture or related field.
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Lead multidisciplinary teams on architectural and urban design projects.
• Coordinate project phases and prepare technical drawings and specifications.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Graphic Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3D Studio Max

Rhino

Grasshopper

Job description

Project Designer - Public Realm / Transportation (179874)

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story :

Each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community but around the world.

In the role of Project Designer - Public Realm / Transportation, you'll be responsible for:

1. Leading multidisciplinary teams and performing research, visioning, conceptualization, layout, and detailing on architectural and urban design projects.
2. Independently coordinating work of a multidisciplinary team through multiple phases of project development.
3. Establishing owner/client and internal meetings, participating in reviews with various public agencies for code compliance and statutory reviews.
4. Coordinating workload of various team members through multiple project phases to prepare and complete project documents including conceptual sketches, diagrams, renderings, technical drawings, and construction-ready packages.
5. Reviewing architectural documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
6. Performing QA/QC, technical and design reviews, and writing/editing technical specifications.
7. Achieving consensus with project stakeholders and incorporating changes into project documents.

Perform other duties as needed.

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Keywords : Project Designer - Public Realm / Transportation, civic architecture, public spaces, urban design, aviation, rail, multimodal transportation facilities, transit

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• A minimum of 7 years experience preferred
• Registered Architect in California
• Experience in civic architecture, public spaces, urban design, aviation, rail, and multimodal transportation facilities
• Interest or experience in sustainable design / LEED
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, 3D Studio Max (not required), Rhino, Grasshopper

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and related tools
• Strong graphic presentation skills
• Experience preparing architectural contract documents and specifications
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible, shaping our collaborative culture, fostering trust, and connecting us closer to clients and communities.

Our Commitment

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups support this goal by fostering belonging and engagement among all employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that promotes health, performance, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, employee assistance, paid time off, parental leave, holidays, retirement plan with employer match, referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. The salary range for this role in Los Angeles is $88,000 - $126,000, depending on experience and education.

Primary Location: Los Angeles

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

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