Senior Project Architect

HDR, Inc.

Seattle (WA)

On-site

USD 124,404 - 177,720

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time away

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Retirement savings with employer match

Employee referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Architect in Seattle, WA to lead multidiscipline teams, coordinate phases, ensure code compliance, and manage contract documents. The role emphasizes collaboration across healthcare, industrial, federal, or data center projects within HDR's employee-owned culture.

Required are a Bachelor's in Architecture, 10+ years of experience, Registered Architect, and proficiency in Revit and MS Office. Strong communication and design detailing are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture; Registered Architect; 10+ years experience.
Proficient in Autodesk Revit and related tools.
Strong knowledge of building codes and planning.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule) and graphic presentation.
Active participation in employee-owned culture is required.

Responsibilities

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; participate in reviews for code compliance.
Conduct work sessions at project site with PM and other disciplines.
Coordinate workload to complete documents on schedule.
Review architectural documents for conflicts with other disciplines.
Perform QA/QC and technical reviews; write and edit architectural specifications.
Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders.
Incorporate changes into project documents; lead projects in dual management role as needed.
Provide construction contract administration as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Graphic presentation

Code knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Photoshop

Illustrator

SketchUp

3D 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.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it's about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you'll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

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

Note: This Senior Project Architect role may be aligned with either our Healthcare, Industrial, Federal or Mission Critical (Data Center) group. We welcome candidates with experience in either market, and the position is structured to support strong architectural talent across a range of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Architecture
Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max .
Rhino and Grasshopper experience

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: