Project Architect - Mission Critical / Data Centers
About the role
We are seeking an experienced and technically focused Project Architect to support the continued growth of our Mission Critical / Data Centers practice.
Responsibilities
- Translate concepts into clear technical documentation using Revit and visualization tools
- Develop practical, technically sound design solutions aligned with project goals and client needs
- Support site planning, entitlements, and approvals with civil and consultant teams
- Prepare and manage construction documents from schematic design through construction administration
- Cover architectural and engineering documentation, including technical reviews, detailing, redlines, QA/QC, and interdisciplinary coordination
- Aid with project schedules, scopes, staffing plans, and fee tracking
- Mentor team members and promote collaboration, accountability, and growth
- Perform code analysis, material evaluations, specification coordination, and technical research
- Support bidding and construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
- Stay current on codes, sustainable design practices, building technologies, and construction methods
- Communicate technical and design solutions through presentations and stakeholder coordination
- Support business development through client interaction, presentations, and marketing efforts
Requirements
Advanced Revit proficiency required; familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools preferred
Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and contribute to integrated architecture and engineering project delivery on complex projects
Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, constructability principles, specifications, codes, and permitting processes
Strong understanding of project documentation, technical detailing, and construction administration processes
Experience assisting with project schedules, fee management, budgeting, and coordination of client deliverables
Experience assisting with construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills and commitment to technical accuracy and quality
Ability to mentor teams and build collaborative working relationships
Highly organized, adaptable, detail-oriented, and effective in deadline-driven environments
Professional Architecture degree from a NAAB-accredited institution or equivalent
Current Architectural license required; NCARB certification and/or LEED Accreditation preferred
10+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design, including 2+ years of design experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP a plus
Qualifications
Education and Experience
Professional Architecture degree from a NAAB-accredited institution or equivalent
Current Architectural license required; NCARB certification and/or LEED Accreditation preferred
10+ years of experience in commercial architecture and design, including 2+ years of design experience focused on Mission Critical or Data Center projects
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP a plus
Skills
Advanced Revit proficiency
Familiarity with AutoCAD, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering tools
Proven ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams
Comprehensive knowledge of building systems, construction sequencing, constructability principles, specifications, codes, and permitting processes
Strong understanding of project documentation, technical detailing, and construction administration processes
Experience assisting with project schedules, fee management, budgeting, and coordination of client deliverables
Experience assisting with construction administration, including RFIs, submittals, and field observations
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Ability to mentor teams and build collaborative working relationships
Highly organized, adaptable, detail-oriented, and effective in deadline-driven environments
Benefits
Pay Range
Locations in CO, HI, IL, MD & Various CA, NJ Areas: $111,200.00 - $166,900.00 Annually
Locations in WA, DC & Various CA, MA areas: $119,300.00 - $179,000.00 Annually
Locations in NYC & CA (Bay Area) & NJ (RP): $127,400.00 - $191,100.00 Annually
Benefits Summary
Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) have access to medical, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health saving accounts, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan, employee stock purchase program, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage and paid family leave.
Regular full-time and part-time employees will receive ten paid holidays in each calendar year. In addition, employees will be eligible to accrue vacation between 10 and 20 days per year and eligible for paid sick leave (and if more generous, in accordance with state and local law).
Temporary/casual employees have access to 401(k) plans, employee stock purchase program, and paid leave, in accordance with state and local law.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements
Primary Location: United States | CA | Sacramento
Other Locations: United States | CA | San Francisco
Organization: 2014 Buildings-US California AID-Sacramento CA
Employee Status: Regular
Business Justification: New Position
Travel: Yes
Schedule: Full time
Job Posting: 27/05/2026 02:05:41
Req ID: 1006045
Additional: Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.
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