Architectural Designer III - Higher Education

ABOUT HED: We are a team that is full of ideas, experience, creativity, passionate opinions, insatiable curiosity, uncompromising integrity, commitment, and skill. Our culture is about aspiration, embracing change and challenges, listening to (and learning from) each other, encouraging continual learning, and inspiring collective growth. As an inclusive, integrated architecture and engineering practice, we value the diversity of perspectives, experiences, abilities, and expertise that advance both the work we do, and the world we share. ABOUT OUR HIGHER EDUCATION SECTOR: HED’s Higher Education team partners with colleges and universities to create places where students can learn, connect, and thrive. Our work spans academic buildings, teaching labs, career training facilities, and wellness spaces. Through integrated architecture and engineering, we align each project with an institution’s goals while supporting student growth, well-being, and a sense of belonging. POSITION SUMMARY: Architectural Designer III-T is a mid-level technical architecture role that is responsible for leading a range of project types from early design through construction under the supervision of a seasoned Architect and/or Project Designer . This role requires demonstrated proficiency in technical development, code compliance, consultant coordination, and documentation management. This professional is expected to operate with increasing autonomy while still receiving guidance from senior staff on more complex or high-risk project elements. The roles support the technical success of projects primarily within the Higher Education market sector, with opportunities to work in other sectors. The individual in this role is expected to employ critical thinking skills while working under the direction of a project architect in responsible control. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Support planning and coordination of the architectural scope of work, including development and maintenance of the Discipline Work Plan (DWP) in collaboration with the Project Architect and Project ManagerProduce and manage coordinated construction documents that meet firm quality standards, technical accuracy, and code compliance in accordance with the HED Design ProcessCoordinate with internal team members and external consultants to ensure technical alignment, design integrity, and consistency across all disciplinesSupport code research and interpretations of regulatory compliance and coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs) including the Division of the State Architect – California (DSA) for permitting and approvalsConduct material, product, and building systems research to inform detailing and specification developmentOversee construction administration activities, including RFIs, submittals, and field reports, under supervision of senior technical leadershipProvide technical mentorship to junior team members and support the development of technical standards REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Architecture degreeMinimum 8 years of professional experience with demonstrated technical proficiencyLEED Accredited or other sustainability credential preferredProficient in BIM/Revit as well as Microsoft Word, ExcelExperience with 3-Dcoordination using Revizto is preferredProficiency with Building Code research and interpretationProficiency in managing construction document sets and consultant coordination. Experience with UpCodes and RIB Speclink preferredExperience in motivating and mentoring staff and delegate work assignments Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible Ability to work well with others under deadline situationsAbility to use critical thinking skills for growth and positive impactExpertise the sector’s construction and building typology PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Capable of traveling to and from project sites to attend client, project, and construction meetingsProlonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computerMust be able to effectively communicate in writing and verbally via phone, video conferencing, and in-personVisual acuity to perform responsibilities WORK ENVIRONMENT: We embrace a hybrid model that promotes both autonomy and collaboration, including the freedom to work from home, with regular in-office days to connect with teammates and build cultureThe office is a professional, open-space environment for collaborative and independent work OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.