Project Architect - EdSciCom

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?

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.

Project Architect – Education & Science Team (Boston)

• Lead a multidisciplinary team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
• Independently coordinate the work of a multidisciplinary 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 working sessions in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines
• Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases of design and documentation 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 (Design and/or Project Management)
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience in the areas of educational, civic, community, sports, and/or science and research facilities
• Experience in planning and programming for education and/or science and research facilities
• Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch Up and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience
• Desire to mentor staff and lead teams
• Preference given to local candidates

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• Minimum of 5 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 processes
• 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
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

HDR is committed to 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) foster a sense of belonging and support for all employees.

We are an affirmative‑action and equal‑opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and conviction records.