Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
Minimum 3 years of experience in architecture
Registered Architect credential required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
Strong leadership and communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Experience with Autodesk Revit and related tools
Responsibilities
Manage planning, design, documentation, and construction phases across various building types
Lead client and internal meetings regarding project development and code compliance
Oversee project teams of varying experience to ensure timely delivery of construction documents
Independently coordinate multidisciplinary teams throughout project phases
Review architectural documents for discrepancies with other disciplines
Conduct quality assurance and cross-discipline technical reviews
Provide construction observation and contract administration as needed
Benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and development
Work on diverse projects across multiple market sectors
Participation in an employee-owned culture
Potential for involvement in sustainable design work
Dynamic team environment with varied experiences
Full Job Description
Our Toronto office is seeking a candidate with the desire to use and grow their technical expertise to successfully deliver projects across a variety of markets and building types, with potential to support architecture work across Water, Resource, Federal, and Building Engineering market sectors. In this role, you\'ll partner with project managers to lead the planning, design, documentation, and construction administration of multiple building types, from high-performance data centers that power cloud computing and the digital infrastructure the world relies on, to water treatment facilities that provide clean drinking water for entire communities, to advanced manufacturing plants, office spaces, operations centers, and maintenance facilities, among other project types.
In the role of Architect, we\'ll count on you to:
Be knowledgeable in technical design concepts, code applications, design management skills, digital technologies, and design workflows for industrial-type facilities.
Lead owner/client and internal meetings and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance.
Lead project teams with varied levels of experience to successfully complete and deliver construction documents and intermediate milestone deliverables.
Manage and undertake design activities and the production of detailed documents required for construction.
Independently coordinate the work of a multidisciplinary team through all phases of a project.
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
Master\'s degree in Architecture
Minimum 5 years\' relevant prior experience in the areas of industrial architecture, such as data centers, water treatment facilities, public utility facilities, operations centers, aerospace, manufacturing, etc.
LEED Accreditation with experience and/or interest in sustainable design
Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
Experience facilitating meetings with a range of stakeholders, such as engineers, client, contractors, subcontractors, AHJs, etc
Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
Qualifications
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
About HDR
HDR is an architecture, engineering, and consulting firm based in Omaha, Nebraska. The company was founded in 1917 as Henningson Engineering Company and has since grown to become one of the largest engineering firms in the United States. HDR provides a wide range of services, including architecture, engineering, environmental consulting, and construction management. The company has worked on a number of high-profile projects, including the Hoover Dam Bypass and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. HDR is committed to sustainability and has been recognized for its efforts in this area by organizations such as the U.S. Green Building Council.
