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Senior Project Architect - Mission Critical

Stantec
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 8 Jan 2026

About the role

Stantec’s Buildings team is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, consultants, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. Our collaborative culture and our innovative, sustainable approach to projects help us create buildings that matter to our world.


Together, we are enhancing the quality of life globally through design.


Join us and design your place with Stantec.


Your Opportunity 

The Senior Project Architect will be working on Mission Critical projects and large-scale data center designs. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated self-starter seeking progressive challenges. 

Your Key Responsibilities

  • Managing fast-paced design projects while providing innovative solutions to solve design and construction challenges;
  • Working alongside an industry-leading, multi-disciplinary datacenter design team.;
  • Mentoring junior staff throughout the design and construction process;
  • Project design development and production delivery Identifying and addressing design related issues;
  • Construction administrative processes including site observation, collaborating with clients, owners, and contractors;
  • Oversight of budget, schedule, jurisdictional requirements;
  • Occasional travel within the US.
     

Your Capabilities and Credentials

  • Experience in organizing project design development and production delivery;
  • Skilled at identifying and addressing issues to reach the best resolution;
  • Successful at leading, organizing and collaborating with a team of disciplines and consultants;
  • Strong detailing skills and proficiency in construction administrative processes;
  • Proficiency with REVIT;
  • Understanding construction processes and methods and how it impacts the project;
  • Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize multiple tasks, and adjust to meet fast deadlines;
  • Knowledge of sustainability, quality control, and building codes;
  • Ability to obtain security clearance.

Education and Experience


Degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited university;
10+ years overall experience in mission critical projects and large scale, multi-disciplinary design.

Typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather.
 

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

About Stantec

Stantec is a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible.
 

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