Project Architect for Data Center Projects

Overview

As a Project Architect for Data Centers, you will lead architectural design and documentation for data center projects within a multidisciplinary team. You will manage design activities, coordinate with clients, contractors and agencies, and ensure code compliance and quality through QA/QC processes. You will contribute to technical design content, layout and detailing, and support construction contract administration as needed. You will work closely with cross-functional teams in the UK and Europe to deliver high-performance, compliant spaces that align with HDR’s collaborative and inclusive culture. This role offers the chance to shape data-center design at scale and participate in a value

Responsibilities

• Lead layout and detailing on architectural projects, focusing on data centers
• Establish meetings with owners/clients and internal teams; participate in code compliance reviews
• Manage design activities and production of design information
• Conduct on-site work sessions with Project Manager and other disciplines
• Review documents for cross-disciplinary conflicts; perform QA/QC and technical reviews
• Write and edit architectural specifications
• Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders
• Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
• 5+ years experience with data center projects (as per required qualifications)
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools/process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
• Active participation in employee-owned culture
• Knowledge of building regulations

• Excellent written and communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative mindset
• Autodesk Revit
• Autodesk related tools and process
• Photoshop

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