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Project Architect - Mission Critical / Data Centers

Stantec · Walnut Creek, CA · 1 mo ago
Art & Creative$111k–$167k/yrFull-time

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. This role offers the opportunity to lead the Architectural development of complex, technically sophisticated projects for national and international clients while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

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

Qualifications

  • 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

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

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness program

Health savings account

Flexible spending account

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

Paid family leave

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