Project Architect

  • HDR, Inc.
  • Boston, Massachusetts
  • Full Time
Project Architect

HDR, Inc.

United States, Massachusetts, Boston

695 Atlantic Ave (Show on map)

Jun 04, 2025

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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the 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.

In the role of Project Architect, we'll count on you to:

Deliver a variety of Civic / Justice related project types, including: Administration, Jails, Courthouses, Correctional Centers, and other Law Enforcement related buildings. As leaders in justice design, we stand committed to advancing restorative justice architecture. Designing justice facilities is both an immense responsibility and an opportunity to rethink and improve every touchpoint within the system - using the design process to promote meaningful restorative justice and human dignity.

Lead project teams having varied levels of experience and exposure to Civic/Justice facilities

Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects

Independently coordinate work of a multidiscipline 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 work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines

Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases 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

Provide construction contract administration as needed

Support research activities as needed

Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Architecture

Experience in the areas of justice, juvenile justice, and civic facilities

Good communication skills

Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired

Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max

Rhino and Grasshopper experience

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Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field

A 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 process

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

An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

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

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in 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) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Boston

Industry : Architecture

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : Civic ARC

Job Posting : Jun 2, 2025
Job ID: 480089401
Originally Posted on: 6/6/2025

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