Architect – HDR Architecture Associates, Inc.

Organization Description:

About Us

At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.

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We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.

Job Title:

Architect – HDR Architecture Associates, Inc.

Job Description:

Must be registered with the AIBC

HDR is currently searching for a Project Architect to join our Vancouver office to be an integral part of our established team focused on planning and delivering exciting spaces for our Civic focused projects. The successful candidate will work directly alongside the Civic Principal in Charge, the Design Principal, other architects, engineers, and supporting design professionals as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team.  

 Primary Responsibilities 

In the role of Project Architect for our Civic practice, you will help develop and deliver a wide range of projects from mixed-use affordable housing and community projects in the local market and elsewhere in the region. You will act as an asset across the practice in your role as Architect for a variety of project types. The successful candidate must possess the drive, experience, and charisma needed to help maintain our robust client base and support our growing portfolio. 

Project types include a variety of building typologies with an emphasis on mixed-use projects for both public and private sector clients. Projects can include affordable housing projects, community centres and workplace environments. Project opportunities are largely within Western Canada but may extend to neighboring Provinces and potentially abroad due to personal relationships, particular expertise, project needs, etc. 

 Responsibilities include: 

• Alongside the Sector Leader, Design Principal and talented delivery team, lead the technical design and delivery of a wide variety of Civic and Community building types by providing hands-on management, guidance, direction and creativity on design-forward projects. 

• Running projects independently with oversight by the Principal in Charge. 

• Maintain a culture of client-focused project delivery through high technical competency. 

• Independently coordinate the work of a multidiscipline team through all phases of projects. 

• Be involved in multiple projects at any one time. 

• Actively participate as a member of our in-office studio, mentor junior intern architects, technologist within the team. 

• Maintaining good working relationships with engineering partners and key client representatives 

• Organize and participate in construction documentation i.e. leading building envelope design, interior details, coordination with different disciplines. 

• Collaborate with project design teams to facilitate project execution through highly skilled detailing. 

• Leading coordination efforts with outside and internal engineering consultants. 

 
Required Qualifications 

•  Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
•  10 years related experience
•   A minimum 5 years project management and/or as a Project Architect
•  Registered Architect in BC or eligible for registration in BC
•  Must have experience on both small and large-scale projects
• Must be able to lead a team on projects
•  Extensive knowledge and experience within the local and regional market
•  A passion for sustainable design and experience in successful delivery
•  Strong team leadership, mentoring, motivational/organizational and people skills
•  Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture

 
Preferred Qualifications 

• Masters Degree in Architecture
• Strong relationships with clients, demonstrated on resume.
• Certified Passive House Designer (CPHD)
• Experience with Mass Timber construction

How To Apply:

www.hdrinc.com

Req. 187834