Project Designer Job at HDR in San Francisco

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At HDR, our employee-owners are engaged in creating a welcoming environment where everyone is valued and respected, and where people are empowered to bring their authentic selves and ideas to work. We foster a culture of inclusion and consider our impact on the world in everything we do.

Overview In the role of Project Designer, you will contribute to architectural projects under the direction of the Design Principal and in close collaboration with the project team.

Responsibilities Take responsibility for design of architectural projects under the direction of the Design Principal and in close collaboration with the project team.

Independently develop alternative concepts and key components of complex projects.

Develop materials and participate in client presentations, internal critiques and reviews with government agencies for project approvals.

Understand code and cost implications of design decisions to ensure proposals are viable and compliant with project goals.

Independently coordinate design with the multidiscipline project team through multiple phases of a project.

Conduct internal design / work sessions with the Design Principal and Project Manager, coordinating with other disciplines.

Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases to complete design deliverables on schedule.

Review architectural documents for areas of design conflict with the Project Architect and other disciplines.

Write and edit architectural specifications for key design materials and systems, working with the Project Architect and Project Manager.

Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents.

Provide construction contract administration assistance as needed to maintain design intent through construction.

Direct the activities of junior designers and mentor staff as needed.

Contribute to the design culture of the studio.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Architecture.

Registered Architect.

Experience in healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities.

Interest in sustainable design / LEED strongly desired.

Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino, Grasshopper, SketchUp, 3-D Studio Max, and other modeling and graphics programs.

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field.

A minimum of 5 years of experience.

Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule).

Excellent written and communication skills.

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiar with related tools and processes.

Demonstrated graphic presentation skills.

Experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications.

Attitude and commitment to being an active participant in our employee-owned culture.

What We Believe HDR is our company. We build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day, fostering a collaborative culture and trust with clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we create an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work every day. We support several Employee Network Groups to foster belonging and engagement, open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package for full-time regular positions, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, EAP, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement plan with employer match, employee referrals, and tuition reimbursement. The compensation range for this position is $103,376.00 - $147,680.00 annually, depending on skills, experience, education, and location.

Primary Location : United States-California-San Francisco

Industry : Architecture

Schedule : Full-time

Employee Status : Regular

Business Class : Gen Architecture

Job Posting : Aug 28, 2025

HDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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