Senior Project Architect

Davita Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 97,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare design firm seeks a Senior Project Architect for its Columbus studio. The role involves significant leadership, technical problem-solving, and collaboration to deliver healthcare projects that improve community health and wellbeing. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to sustainable design practices.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time away

Parental leave

Qualifications

• Requires 10 years of experience in architecture.
• Must be a Registered Architect.
• Experience in healthcare facilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidiscipline team and coordinate projects.
• Review architectural documents for code compliance.
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit

Demonstrated graphic presentation skills

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

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 foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every 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.

HDR's Columbus Architecture studio is in search of a Senior Project Architect to join our growing practice and word-class health expertise.

For nearly 60 years, HDR has delivered award-winning integrated healthcare planning and design for some of the world's foremost medical centers and health systems. Ranking as the #1 Healthcare Design firm 23 times by Modern Healthcare, our clients know we understand their mission and business. Using evidence-based design methodologies, we fully integrate clinical, operational, and facility planning that supports an organization's strategic objectives by design. Our global healthcare practice provides our clients and communities with creative design solutions that improve the health and human condition of those they serve.

In the role of Senior Project Architect, we'll count on you to:

• 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 healthcare facilities


• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED


• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max, Rhino and Grasshopper

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 10 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and verbal 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

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Anticipated pay range: $97,510 - $139,300

Primary Location:United States-Ohio-Columbus

Industry:Architecture

Schedule:Full-time

Employee Status:Regular

BusinessClass:Healthcare ARC

Job Posting:Jun 12, 2025