Project Architect - Data Center / Mission Critical

Project Architect - Data Center / Mission Critical

HDR, Inc.

United States, North Carolina, Charlotte

440 S Church St Ste 1000 (Show on map)

Jun 12, 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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HDR is looking for a Project Architect - Data Centers / Mission Critical to join our team. In this role you will work on projects in a variety of sectors with a focus on technology and data center projects. You'll be working closely with the multi-disciplinary design teams, clients, and contractors throughout the United States. On a day-to-day basis, we'll count on you to:

Have knowledge in technical design concepts, design management skills, digital technologies, and design workflow for Data Centers and other Technical Facilities.

Lead owner/client and internal meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.

Manage and undertake design activities and the production of detailed documents required for construction.

Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines.

Perform QA/QC and cross discipline 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.

Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed.

Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Client Representatives, Project Managers and other disciplines.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience working on the design and documentation of Data Centers

Demonstrated graphic presentation skills with knowledge of Blue Beam pdf editor

LEED Accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable design

5 years' experience of working on similar project typologies

Due to client contract requirements US Citizenship - US born citizen or US naturalized citizen (foreign born) - required

This position is subject to a governmental background check

Local candidates are preferred

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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-North Carolina-Charlotte

Other Locations : United States-North Carolina-Raleigh, United States-Georgia-Atlanta

Industry : Architecture

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

BusinessClass : EdSciComm ARC

Job Posting : Jan 24, 2025