Architect

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.

The position will support projects in the HDR San Francisco Health or Education and Science "Ed-Sci" Studio. In Health, project types include hospitals, clinics and other related facilities; In Ed-Sci, projects include research and development facilities for academic, government, corporate sector and biopharma clients. Projects may include a variety of health delivery, research, imaging, metrology, teaching, testing, and pre-production facilities in the areas of public health, life sciences, physical sciences, biocontainment, related support facilities and other.

Responsibilities:

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

• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications
• Perform assignments with specific objectives, requiring investigation of a limited set of variables
• Follow instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions
• Perform architectural assignments with direction, but without immediate supervision and with limited design responsibility
• Recommend and select procedures
• Write reports and specification covering architectural matters
• Take responsibility for phases of individual revenue-producing projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• California RA is preferred.
• Experience in the areas of civic, aviation and transportation facilities
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• 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
• 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. We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. The expected compensation range for this position is $98,644 - 140,920 annually depending upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. Primary Location: United States-California-San Francisco Industry: Architecture Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Health ARC Job Posting: Sep 2, 2025