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Senior Project Designer

HDR, Inc.
United States, California, San Francisco
Jun 30, 2025
Primary Responsibilities Lead the creative development of architectural concepts and solutions, collaborating closely with the Design Principal and project team to deliver innovative designs; develop design concepts, presentation materials, and narratives that align with client goals, ensuring a compelling and unified project vision; provide senior leadership in all aspects of building design, fostering collaboration and excellence across disciplines; coordinate architectural design with multidisciplinary project teams across all phases, integrating feedback and revisions to ensure seamless execution and excellence; facilitate design work sessions with the Design Principal and Project Manager, fostering alignment across disciplines and incorporating input from stakeholders; conduct research on emerging trends, integrating insights from data analysis, material innovation, and human-centered design to enhance sustainable, impactful solutions; employ parametric design tools (e.g., Grasshopper) and generative processes to analyze and optimize complex geometries; apply advanced fabrication techniques to produce detailed prototypes; direct the creation of immersive presentations utilizing real-time rendering tools (e.g., Enscape, V-ray) to convey design intent with precision; prepare and deliver presentations for clients, internal critiques, and regulatory reviews to achieve project approvals; develop and curate physical and digital exhibitions for project showcases and marketing initiatives in coordination with design leaders; champion the studio's design culture, fostering creativity, innovation, and collaboration among team members; and mentor junior designers in advanced design methodologies and establish partnerships with academic institutions to support talent development and recruitment. Required Qualifications A Master's Degree in Architecture or a closely related field and 8 years' experience in architecture or a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture or a closely related field and 10 years' experience in architecture. Required experience must include experience in: healthcare, education, civic, or science/research facilities; serving in leadership role for architectural design projects; preparation of architectural contract documents; Autodesk Revit and related tools and processes; Rhino; Grasshopper; rendering tool Enscape, Twinmotion, V-ray or equivalent; Adobe Creative Suite; SketchUp; and AutoCAD. Occasional domestic, out-of-state travel, lasting 3 to 4 days per trip once or twice per year. NOTE: All HDR positions in the US may be subject to background checks and/or pre-employment drug testing. Location of Employment: 201 California Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA 94111. Pay Range: $161,928 to $220,714 per year. How to Apply: Apply online at https://bit.ly/req186144