Transportation Project Architect

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
• Cookordinate 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
• Designer shall apply design concepts in innovative ways to solve problems and develop construction details

Requirements

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience in the areas of transit station, facilities and aviation
• Proficiency in hand drawn design and illustration skills a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work with the public, multiple disciplines and transportation agencies
• Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max Rhino and Grasshopper experience

Preferred 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
• Experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Benefits

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

(Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.)

Los Angeles $105,000-$150,000

Primary Location: United States-California-San Diego

Other Locations: United States-California-Los Angeles

Industry: Architecture

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Transport Architecture

Job Posting: May 9, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment-opportunity-employer). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.