Original job description
At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
Watch Our Story:' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe architecture is more than designing buildings, it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well-being around the world. From healing environments and learning spaces to research labs and civic landmarks and infrastructure, your work will directly influence how individuals experience the world around them. We bring together architects, planners, designers, and technical experts to solve complex design challenges with creativity, curiosity, and collaboration. From championing design excellence with an emphasis on resilience and sustainability to pioneering innovative building technologies, your contributions will leave a lasting impact on the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive meaningful change and help define the future of our communities.
In the Kingston studio, we'll count on you to:
- Evaluate, select and apply architectural techniques, procedures and modifications to architectural construction documents
- Perform architectural assignments independently with only general instruction from the Project Architect or Project Manager regarding the expected results
- Work directly with owners/clients and subconsultants to select and recommend procedures
- Coordinate subconsultant work for alignment with project requirements and Architectural Design.
- Complete on-site evaluation of completed work and work with Contractors to lead Construction Administration efforts with support from the Project Architect or Project Manager
- Write specifications covering architectural matters and perform code reviews
- Assist Project Architects, other Architectural Project Coordinators or Technicians as needed, and take responsibility for work in all phases of the architectural process
- Perform other duties as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Architecture
- Proficiency in Grench is an asset but not required
- Experience and/or interest in sustainable design/LEED desired but not required
- Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp and 3-D Studio Max
- Rhino and Grasshopper experience
