Industrial Architecture Team Lead

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe architecture is more than designing buildings; it’s about providing solutions to societal challenges and creating stronger, more vibrant communities. As part of our Architecture practice at HDR, you’ll contribute to the design and delivery of spaces and experiences that advance community well‑being around the world.

In the role of Section Team Lead, we'll count on you to

• Take responsibility for operations of production section including staff development, morale, and marketing support
• Take administrative responsibility for studio staff, including managing team utilization and balancing project workloads both within the area and in coordination with national industrial architecture studios.
• Lead and coordinate services with other local studios, national industrial architecture studios, and engineering business groups
• See that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system
• Implement, monitor and support company policy
• Select, train, develop and manage studio staff
• Manage and develop multidiscipline teams
• Work cooperatively with Managing Principal, Project Managers, and other studio leaders on project staffing
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years experience in similar project types, such as mission critical facilities, data centers, advanced manufacturing, water treatment, maintenance facilities, or similar.
• Experience leading teams and mentoring junior staff
• Maintains a professional architecture license and is willing to stamp drawings

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Due to client contract requirements, US Citizenship or permanent residency is required.

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Jul 17, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.