Senior Technical Designer
In the role of Senior Technical Designer, you will be responsible for:
Responsibilities
* Demonstrated knowledge of technical design content, design management principles, digital technologies, and design workflows
* Independently evaluate, select, and apply appropriate architectural techniques, procedures, and modifications to construction documents
* Perform architectural assignments independently with general guidance from Project Leadership
* Experience across healthcare, education, civic, science, data centre / mission‑critical, and research facility projects
* Execute architectural layouts and detailed design work across project phases
* Establish and lead owner/client and internal meetings; participate in agency reviews to ensure code compliance
* Manage and deliver design activities, including the production of coordinated design information
* Conduct on‑site work sessions in collaboration with the Project Manager and multidisciplinary teams
* Support Project Architects, Architectural Project Coordinators, and Technicians as required; take responsibility for deliverables throughout all architectural phases
* Review architectural documentation to identify and resolve interdisciplinary conflicts
* Perform QA/QC processes and comprehensive technical reviews
* Write, edit, and coordinate architectural specifications
* Incorporate approved changes into project documentation in a timely and accurate manner
* Provide construction contract administration support as required
* Coordinate with affected disciplines on addenda, RFIs, CPRs, and change orders
* Perform additional duties as needed to support project and team objectives
* As a Senior Technical Designer you will work on projects in a variety of sectors, with a focus on data centers. You’ll be working closely with the multi‑disciplinary design teams, clients, and contractors in the UK and Europe.
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or closely related field
* Minimum of 5 years professional experience preparing details, specifications, and construction documents
* Must possess credentials to obtain future registration (or desire to pursue registration)
* Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project)
* Strong leadership, communication, and relationship‑management skills
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
* Proficient in Autodesk Revit and related tools
* Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
* Understanding of building contracts and regulations, and good planning skills
* Commitment to being an active participant in our employee‑owned culture
Preferred Qualifications
* Master’s degree in Architecture
* Experience and/or interest in sustainable design / LEED
* Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, SketchUp, and 3‑D Studio Max
* Experience with Rhino and Grasshopper
Location
Primary: United Kingdom—England—London
Other: United Kingdom—England—Manchester
Schedule
Full‑time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class
Gen Architecture
Job Posting
Apr 3, 2026
Equal Opportunity Statement
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.hdrinc.com/equal-employment...). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrests, and conviction records.
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