Senior Laboratory Planner

Senior Architecture Planner

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?

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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.

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. 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 and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them.

We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.

• Plan, organize and manage all phases of planning work for one or more major projects
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight and mature professional judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented planning and design phases of a project
• Act in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical and regulatory aspects of architecture planning
• Oversee development and implementation of plans for the utilization of land and physical facilities of cities, counties and metropolitan areas
• Ensure that planning services are commensurate with professional standards, client requirements and corporate objectives
• Interface with Project Managers to determine specific project staffing needs
• Perform other duties as needed

• Certification by the American Institute of Certified Planners

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 12 years related experience
• Strong organizational skills
• Knowledge of materials, methods and tools involved in the construction of buildings
• Understanding of design techniques, tools and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, prints, drawings and models
• An 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.

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We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.