HDR
Architectural Designer
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
About Us
At HDR, we specialize in engineering, architecture, environmental, and construction services. While we are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, we provide much more than that. We create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts, and artists. That's why we believe diversity is our greatest strength. HDR is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer.
Watch Our Story: 'https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'
We believe that the way we work can add meaning and value to the world. That ideas inspire positive change. That coloring outside the lines can illuminate fresh perspectives. And that small details yield important realizations. Above all, we believe that collaboration is the best way forward.
In the Role of Architectural Designer
In this role, we will count on you to:
- Contribute to all project phases: project strategy, test fits, schematic plans, and conceptual designs for schematic design, refine design solutions for design development, production of tender and construction packages.
- Coordinate work of single or multi-discipline teams throughout the project’s life cycle (from development and initiation to close-out), while under supervision of a Project Manager.
- Prepare, develop, and edit, under the guidance of the project leader or nominated architect, drawings, models, schedules, images, and other documents relating to the design.
- Coordinate workload through project execution and complete deliverables on budget and schedule.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Experience Required
- Experience working within the UK planning and building regulations systems.
- High level of design and technical awareness evidenced through a portfolio of project experience.
- Responsible for many aspects of diverse and complex social infrastructure and/or mission critical/data centre projects.
Required Qualifications
- RIBA Part II (or equivalent)
- A minimum of 2-5 years practical and industry experience in the UK (i.e. social infrastructure projects, including health, data centres, science and technology, education, and community projects)
- Passion for creativity and design
- Initiative-taking, with a proactive attitude and eager to learn
- Excellent collaboration skills, good self-organisation, and strong ability to work in a team environment.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritise, and meet tight deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills
- Intermediate level knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, MS Office
- Working knowledge and experience with various platforms including Rhino, Grasshopper, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
- Understanding of computational and parametric design
- Graphic and visualization skills to communicate design ideas
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Why HDR
At HDR, we know work isn't only about who you work for; it's also about what you do and how you do it. Led by the strength of our values and a culture shaped by employee ownership, we network with each other, build on each other's contributions, and collaborate together to make great things possible. When you join HDR, we give you license to do the same. We help you take charge of your career, giving you multiple growth opportunities along the way.
#LI-MW4
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills
Location