Senior Project Architect - Science & Technology Labs

HGA; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 152,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401(k) matching

Parental leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Short/Long-term disability

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Revit

AutoCAD

BIM workflows

Project coordination

Mentoring

Remote team leadership

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture

Licensed architect

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Enscape

VantagePoint

Newforma

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.