Project Architect (Health)
About the role
We're looking for a Project Architect who can lead a multidisciplinary team and deliver high-quality architectural projects. You'll be responsible for layout and detailing, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with codes and regulations.
Responsibilities
- Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
- Independently coordinate work of a multidiscipline team through multiple phases of a project
- Establish owner/client and internal meetings, and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
- Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines
- Cookload workload of team members through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule
- Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
- Perform QA/QC and technical reviews
- Write and edit architectural specifications
- Cookload workload of team members through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule
- Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders
- Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents
- Lead projects in a dual management role as needed
- Provide construction contract administration as needed
- Perform other duties as needed
Requirements
- Master's degree in Architecture
- Experience in healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
- Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED
- Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max Rhino and Grasshopper
- Preferred qualifications: Local candidate, 5 years Healthcare experience, local NJ, Proven experience and successful project delivery with local and regional healthcare systems (NJ), Ability to communicate and collaborate with healthcare clients in development, planning and design departments, Knowledgeable of technical architectural aspects of complex small, medium projects or routine large projects, Experience with and participation in Construction Administration phases of HC projects, Project Experience with digital ePortal project submissions with NJDCA, NJDOH, Project Experience in Revit, Experience with Newforma and Bluebeam PDF collaboration sessions
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
- A minimum of 5 years experience
- Registered Architect
- Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
- Excellent written and communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
- Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
- Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
Skills
Preferred qualifications include experience with sustainable design, knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, and proficiency in Revit and related software. Required skills include a strong understanding of codes and planning, excellent communication and problem-solving abilities, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Benefits
At HDR, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement.
Pay
The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. For Pennington, NJ, the range is $100,384.00 - $143,405.
Schedule
This is a Full-time position.
Business Class
This is an Architecture role.
Primary Location
United States-New Jersey-Pennington
Industry
Architecture
Job Posting Date
Dec 10, 2025
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.