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About the Role

HED is seeking a passionate Project Architect III to join our growing PreK–12 Education practice. This mid-level technical architecture role assists PreK-12 sector project teams from early design through construction under supervision. Candidates should be passionate, motivated, and eager to develop technical and design skills in a collaborative environment. Proven experience in technical detailing with moderate to minimal supervision is required. Responsibilities may include guiding and mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering California PreK-12 educational facilities and a strong understanding of Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements.

Responsibilities

Responsible for site and master planning development working with client and civil engineering teams as part of site entitlements and building design approvals process.
Responsible for building system concepts and documentation processes from schematics through construction administration phases.
Ability to engage during project pursuits to support the Project Manager and Principal in Charge in the development of scope and fee.
Function as team leader on large, complex, and integrated architecture and engineering projects.
Client facing, comfortable working directly with sophisticated client teams that have a diverse group of stakeholders.
Responsible for overseeing and directing project team members.
Prepare and monitor discipline work plans.
Prepare and document code research for a project.
Conduct material and product research as required for project development.
Develop/edit project specifications in RIB SpecLink.
Sign and seal documentation prepared under the candidate's direct supervision.
Attend project meetings as necessary.
Document interpretation and submittal reviews during bidding and construction administration.
Monitor staff to produce quality architectural and engineering services within a project team concept.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or Sector.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and licensure required.
Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in the A/E industry required.
Demonstrated experience delivering California PreK-12 educational facilities projects required.
Strong working knowledge of DSA procedures, California Building Code, California Accessibility Code, and educational facility design standards.
Extensive knowledge of all aspects of professional services from schematic design through project close-out, including design and technical expertise.
A comprehensive understanding of the coordination aspects and related requirements of all design disciplines.
Good written and verbal communication skills as well as strong organizational skills.
Possess the ability to motivate and mentor staff and delegate work assignments.
Willingness and ability to work with remote team members using video conferencing and other tools.
Very detail-oriented, self-motivated, enthusiastic, and flexible.
Ability to work well with others under deadline situations.
Capable of traveling to and from project sites to attend client, project, and construction meetings.
Ability to access existing and new project sites for observation, investigation, and evaluation purposes.
Ability to use equipment for communication and documentation purposes.
Visual acuity to perform responsibilities.

Skills

Technical detailing
Revit
LEED Accredited preferred

Location

San Francisco Bay Area
Sacramento
Los Angeles

Work Type

Hybrid

Experience Level

Mid-level
Minimum seven (7) years’ experience in the A/E industry

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Licensure required

About the Company

At HED, we believe great design has the power to improve lives through positive impact.
Our PreK–12 practice creates inspiring learning environments that support educational excellence, community engagement, and student success.
As an integrated design firm, we bring together architects, engineers, planners, and designers to solve complex challenges through collaboration, innovation, and technical excellence.
Our culture is guided by six core values: Do It as a Team, Be You With Us, Make a Mark, Embrace Change, Thrive With Growth, Strive for Performance.
When you join HED, you’ll have the opportunity to design impactful educational environments, collaborate across disciplines, partner with school districts, contribute to a culture that values mentorship, professional growth, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning, work in a flexible hybrid environment, and be part of a team committed to design excellence, technical rigor, and creating lasting positive impact.

Equal Opportunity

In compliance with all applicable or other employment requirements, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability and arrest and conviction records.