Job Details

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We empower everyone to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work, and we are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and within our communities.

The position will support projects in HDR's San Francisco Health or Education and Science (Ed-Sci) Studio. In Health, project types include hospitals, clinics and related facilities; in Ed-Sci, projects include research and development facilities for academic, government, corporate sector and biopharma clients. Projects may include health delivery, research, imaging, metrology, teaching, testing, and pre-production facilities in areas of public health, life sciences, physical sciences, biocontainment, related support facilities and other.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, select and apply standard architectural techniques, procedures and criteria using judgment for minor adaptations and modifications
• Perform assignments with specific objectives, requiring investigation of a limited set of variables
• Follow instructions on specific assignment objectives, complex features and possible solutions
• Perform architectural assignments with direction, but without immediate supervision and with limited design responsibility
• Recommend and select procedures
• Write reports and specifications covering architectural matters
• Take responsibility for phases of individual revenue-producing projects as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• California RA is preferred
• Experience in civic, aviation and transportation facilities
• Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max
• Rhino and Grasshopper experience

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Strong leadership, communication and relationship management skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe & Our Commitment

What We Believe: HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment: As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: San Francisco, CA

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Posting: Sep 2, 2025

EEO Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges and are always looking for great talent to join our global teams.