Senior Project Architect - Data Center/Mission Critical

HDR, Inc.; Pennington (NJ); On-site; USD 112,137 - 160,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Data Center Senior Project Architect to lead design and documentation of data center and technical facility projects across the United States, based in Pennington, NJ.

You will manage architecture teams, coordinate with clients and authorities, ensure code compliance, and contribute to construction administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field required.
• 10+ years of experience in architecture, preferably with data centers or technical facilities.
• Registered Architect.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of codes and planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and production of construction documents for data centers and technical facilities.
• Manage architecture team and coordinate with clients, contractors and authorities.
• Lead owner/client meetings and participate in code reviews.
• Review documents for conflicts across disciplines and perform QA/QC.
• Coordinate addenda, RFIs and change orders; implement approved changes.
• Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed.

Skills

Data Center Design

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

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?

Position Summary

As a Data Center Senior Project Architect at HDR you will work on projects in a variety of sectors with a focus on technology and data center projects. You will work closely with the multi‑disciplinary design teams, clients, and contractors throughout the United States.

Responsibilities

• Have mastery in technical design concepts, design management skills, digital technologies, and design workflow for Data Centers and other Technical Facilities
• Lead owner/client and internal meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Manage architecture team and undertake design activities and the production of detailed documents required for construction
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform QA/QC and cross discipline 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
• Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed
• Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Client Representatives, Project Managers and other disciplines
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working on the design and documentation of Data Centers
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills with knowledge of Blue Beam PDF editor
• LEED accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable design
• 10 years' experience of working on similar project typologies
• Preference given to local candidates

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 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

Benefits

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.) {Pennington, NJ}: $112,137 - $160,195

Location

United States – New Jersey – Pennington