Senior Architectural Designer – Data Center Practice

HPA, Inc. is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Data Center to help lead and grow our expanding Data Center practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated professional who wants to lead complex mission‑critical projects while building toward a long‑term leadership role with a clear path to becoming the Director – Data Center Practice Leader.

As one of the leading industrial architecture firms in the Western United States, HPA has built lasting relationships with many of the country’s premier developers and owners. We are strategically expanding our presence in the rapidly growing data center sector and are looking for an experienced leader to help drive project success while contributing to the future growth of the practice.

• Lead the planning, design, and delivery of hyperscale, enterprise, and colocation data center campuses (20MW–100MW+) spanning 20 to 100+ acres.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams through all project phases, from programming and planning through construction administration.
• Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, quality, and technical coordination with engineering consultants on integrated building systems, utility infrastructure, and redundancy strategies for resilient, high-performance facilities.

• Serve as a primary client contact and maintain strong relationships with developers, owners, operators, and technology companies.
• Contribute to the continued growth and market presence of HPA's Data Center Practice.
• Mentor and support project teams while promoting technical excellence and best practices.
• Collaborate with firm leadership on strategic initiatives and practice development.
• Represent HPA at industry events and helps establish the firm's presence in the data center market

• Licensed Architect required (AIA preferred).
• 15+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Strong client-facing and business development experience.
• Strong understanding of:
• Data center planning and design
• Mission‑critical planning & redundancy concepts
• Complex building systems coordination
• Long‑term facility flexibility and scalability

• Competitive salary: $180,000–$250,000 annually, based on experience, qualifications, and leadership capabilities.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), providing employees with a direct ownership interest in the firm's long‑term success.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match, including both Traditional (pre‑tax) and Roth (after‑tax) contribution options.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid vacation and company holidays.
• Professional development, licensure, and continuing education support.
• Long‑term leadership, ownership, and career growth opportunities within a growing employee‑owned firm.

• Established leader in large-scale industrial and logistics architecture.
• Trusted relationships with leading developers and owners across United States.
• Strong reputation for innovative planning and design solutions.
• Entrepreneurial culture where leaders have the opportunity to shape the future of the firm.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a talented team.
• ESOP ownership structure that allows employees to directly participate in HPA's long‑term success.
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