Design Coordinator

Role Overview

As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them.

• Evaluate, select, and apply architectural techniques, procedures, and modifications to architectural construction documents.
• Perform architectural assignments with only general instruction from the Project Architect or Project Manager regarding the expected results.
• May work directly with owners/clients to select and recommend procedures.
• Write specifications covering architectural matters and perform code reviews.
• Assist Project Architects, other Architectural Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and take responsibility for work in all phases of the architectural process.
• Perform other duties as needed.

• Master's degree in Architecture.
• Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities.
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED.
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Sketch Up, and 3‑D Studio Max.
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience.
• Ability to communicate and collaborate with healthcare clients in development, planning and design departments.
• Experience with and participation in Construction Administration phases of HC projects.
• Project experience in Revit.
• Local candidates preferred.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.
• Must possess credentials to obtain future registration.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project).
• Desire to pursue growth opportunities and eventually obtain registration.
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process.
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills.
• Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.