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HNTB

Engineering, architecture, and infrastructure design

Principal Architect - Transit Architecture

Architectural DesignConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNew York, NY, USA$110.4k - $215.8kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Architecture and 10 years of relevant experience.
  • Registration as an architect (RA).
  • Expert communication with project managers, project teams, clients, contractors, and consultant teams regarding project technical aspects.
  • Advanced working knowledge of Autodesk Revit, AutoCAD, and Adobe Suite.
  • Skills in computational design or other emerging technologies.
  • Ability to work effectively in a high-profile, fast-paced environment.
  • Technical ability and leadership skills.
  • Clear communication and presentation skills.
  • Patience and ability to mentor and develop others.
  • Proficiency in project delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, and IPD.
  • Proficiency in architectural products and systems.
  • Proficiency in building codes.
  • Knowledge of current and emerging tools, including Autodesk Revit, cloud file sharing and collaboration, complex 3D modeling, Rhino, 3-D Max, Sketch-Up, and visualization.
  • Knowledge of current accessibility and sustainability codes and standards.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and present the lead technical viewpoint on assigned projects, ensuring that a technical solution consistent with the program and design is developed and produced.
  • Work closely with the project designer and manager to plan and implement all work processes; develop and implement internal controls for all team members assigned to a project; monitor and supervise development of contract documents.
  • Promote implementation and enforcement of BIM and design technology standards, best practices, and project team workflows.
  • Coordinate with sub-consultants on implementation of quality assurance and quality control checks; take responsibility for project work planning and scheduling.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on architectural projects of the largest size.
  • Promote firm culture within and outside the practice.
  • Assist in developing and implementing practice-wide technical and delivery standards.
  • Participate in market sector leadership initiatives.
  • Nurture existing client relationships.
  • Attend industry-based conferences and events to promote the firm.
  • May mentor earlier- to mid-career staff.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Serve as the lead technical architect in the design and construction of the transformation of a major transit facility in New York City.
  • Participate in all phases of project development, including full technical support of the architecture and incorporation of all disciplines involved with the design; serve as a resource to the designer and project manager as the design is developed.

Desired Qualifications

  • Transit architecture design experience.
  • A minimum of 12 years of relevant experience.
  • LEED Accreditation or Envision Accreditation.

About the Company

HNTB

Engineering, architecture, and infrastructure design

HNTB provides infrastructure engineering, planning, and design services across transportation, architecture, and digital infrastructure. It works by applying multidisciplinary expertise to project stages from planning and analysis through construction, delivering high-quality design, technical solutions, and project management. The company emphasizes employee-owners who share ownership and a culture of respect and continuous improvement, which shapes collaboration and accountability. Compared with competitors, HNTB highlights its long history, collaborative ownership model, and deep specialization across bridges, highways, architecture, and digital infrastructure, aiming to build durable, well-designed infrastructure that serves communities and clients over the long term.

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Headquarters
Kansas City, MO
Founded
1914

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