HDR · 1 day ago
Senior Project Designer (EdSciCom)
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$119K/yr - $170K/yr
10+ years expHDR is a company that values employee engagement and inclusion, aiming to create transformative environments. As a Senior Project Designer, you will lead the design of complex education and science projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to shape innovative spaces that foster discovery and innovation.
ArchitectureConsulting
Responsibilities
Serve as a design leader from concept through construction, shaping the creative direction of complex education and science projects in collaboration with the Design Principal and multidisciplinary teams
Explore and develop innovative design strategies that respond to evolving learning models, emerging technologies, and research needs
Lead the creation of presentation materials, design narratives, and client-facing content, and participate in stakeholder workshops, user group sessions, and agency reviews
Ensure design decisions consider code, cost, sustainability, and operational performance, aligning creativity with project goals and institutional missions
Guide the integration of architecture, engineering, and planning disciplines throughout all phases of design to deliver cohesive, high-performing environments
Facilitate design charrettes and collaborative sessions with faculty, researchers, students, and technical experts to ensure user-driven solutions
Mentor and oversee the work of junior designers and design teams, elevating design quality and innovation across the studio
Review and refine design documentation and coordinate with the project architect to resolve interdisciplinary challenges
Support construction administration activities to maintain design intent and ensure execution excellence
Contribute to the creative culture of HDR by championing design excellence, sustainability, and innovation across project types and disciplines
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
A minimum of 10 years of experience
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
Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
Attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture
Preferred
Master's degree in Architecture (or equivalent experience)
Registered Architect preferred
Evidence of a good design understanding e.g. a good design portfolio
Demonstrated experience designing higher education, research, or science and technology facilities
Strong interest in sustainable, regenerative, and human-centered design principles
Proficiency in design and visualization tools such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Rhino, Enscape, V-Ray, Grasshopper, Lumion, SketchUp, and 3ds Max
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
An employee assistance program
Paid time away
Parental leave
Paid holidays
A retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
HDR is an employee-owned design firm specializing in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. We’re ranked No.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Galen Meysenburg
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