Senior Project Architect - Science & Technology Labs
HGA
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Job summary
HGA is seeking a Senior Project Architect for its Science + Technology practice in San Francisco. You will lead technical vision, deliver buildable solutions, and mentor teams across multi-disciplinary projects in labs, healthcare, and innovation environments.
You will drive architectural excellence, manage client relationships, and advance BIM workflows while ensuring compliance with codes and firm standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or related discipline.
- 15+ years of professional experience in architecture, design, and technical project delivery.
- Expert-level proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM workflows, and project coordination tools.
- Deep understanding of building systems, codes, specifications, and construction processes.
- Proven experience leading technical execution for complex, multi-phase projects.
- Strong leadership, communication, and mentoring capabilities across diverse teams.
- Licensed architect.
Responsibilities
- Lead technical execution of large, complex, or multi-phase projects.
- Oversee development of construction documents, details, and specifications.
- Resolve design and construction challenges with strategic, buildable solutions.
- Ensure compliance with codes, regulations, and firm standards.
- Guide integration of building systems, materials, and sustainability strategies.
- Manage technical scope, schedule, and deliverables across disciplines.
- Lead consultant coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Review RFIs, submittals, and field reports with authority.
- Support construction administration with site visits, punch lists, and issue resolution.
- Champion quality control and documentation standards across projects.
- Mentor Project Architects and junior staff in technical development.
- Lead internal reviews and design coordination meetings.
- Collaborate with Project Managers and Principals to align design and delivery strategies.
- Contribute to firmwide initiatives in technical excellence and professional development.
- Influence firm standards, QA/QC protocols, and BIM workflows.
- Stay current with emerging technologies, codes, and construction methods.
- Represent the firm in client, consultant, and contractor interactions.
- Contribute to proposals, interviews, and strategic project pursuits.
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Job description
HGA is seeking a Senior Project Architect for its Science + Technology practice in San Francisco. You will lead technical vision, deliver buildable solutions, and mentor teams across multi-disciplinary projects in labs, healthcare, and innovation environments.
You will drive architectural excellence, manage client relationships, and advance BIM workflows while ensuring compliance with codes and firm standards.
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