Project Architect IV – PreK-12 – Hybrid

Position Summary

HED is seeking an experienced and passionate Architect IV to join our PreK–12 Education practice in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Technical Architect IV leads medium- to large-scale projects from planning and design through construction and closeout, managing project documentation, consultant coordination, regulatory compliance, and construction phase support.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture or equivalent professional degree required
• Active California Architectural License required
• NCARB certification preferred
• LEED Accreditation preferred
• Minimum of 10 years of professional architectural experience with a strong focus on technical project delivery
• Demonstrated experience delivering California PreK–12 educational facilities projects
• Strong working knowledge of DSA procedures, California Building Code, California Accessibility Code, and educational facility design standards
• Experience collaborating directly with school districts, educational administrators, and public-sector stakeholders
• Proficiency in Revit required; experience with Revizto preferred
• Familiarity with UpCodes, RIB SpecLink, and current building code research tools preferred
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
• Passion for mentoring, inspiring, and motivating others
• Commitment to design quality, technical excellence, and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to travel to project sites, client meetings, and construction meetings throughout the Bay Area and surrounding regions
• Ability to remain seated and work at a computer for extended periods
• Ability to communicate effectively in written, verbal, and visual formats, both in person and through virtual platforms
• Visual acuity sufficient to review drawings, specifications, reports, and digital documentation