Project Architect

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day, with a culture of inclusion across our company and communities. Our impact is measured by how we affect the world around us.

We believe architecture is about providing solutions to societal challenges and shaping stronger, more vibrant communities. HDR’s Architecture practice focuses on designing spaces and experiences that advance community well-being worldwide. We collaborate with architects, planners, designers, and technical specialists to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. Our work spans healing environments, learning spaces, research facilities, civic landmarks, and infrastructure, driving meaningful change for the built environment.

HDR is seeking a Project Architect for our studio in downtown Chicago, IL. The team integrates Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Structural, and Site Civil Engineering, with emphasis in healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities.

To support our growing Data Center projects, we seek a talented Architect with experience delivering under aggressive deadlines. This role offers exposure to cutting-edge technologies, multiple trades, systems, and stakeholders, and provides mentoring to help develop design capabilities and expertise.

• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques, procedures and criteria with judgment for minor adaptations
• Perform assignments with specific objectives, requiring investigation of a limited set of variables
• Follow instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions
• Perform architectural assignments with direction, but without immediate supervision and with limited design responsibility
• Recommend and select procedures
• Write reports and specifications covering architectural matters
• Take responsibility for phases of individual revenue-producing projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

• Master’s degree in Architecture
• Experience with an architectural/engineering or architectural consulting firm
• Experience in healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch Up and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or closely related field
• Minimum of 3 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and processes
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture

HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, builds organizational trust, and connects us closer to clients and communities we serve.

As employee owners, we all help create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work each day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster belonging and engagement. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership, health, and success, including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, retirement plan with employer match, employee referral bonuses, and tuition reimbursement. Compensation is commensurate with skills, experience, and location. This description reflects full-time regular positions. Temporary or part-time roles may have limited benefits.

• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  United States – Illinois – Chicago
• Industry: Architecture
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Business Class:
  Industrial Architecture
• Job Posting:
  Feb 16, 2026