Hazen and Sawyer · 12 hours ago
Principal Architect / Senior Principal Architect
Hicksville, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
8+ years expHazen and Sawyer is seeking an experienced Principal Architect to lead architectural design efforts across their Northeast Region, focusing on the water and wastewater sector. In this role, you will oversee multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring design quality and successful project delivery from concept through construction.
Environmental EngineeringFood and BeverageHealth CareRenewable EnergyWater Purification
Responsibilities
Lead architectural design from schematic development through construction‑ready documents, ensuring precise technical detailing, appropriate material selection, construction sequencing, and high‑quality specifications
Review, refine, and integrate architectural details to ensure constructability, clarity, durability, and full alignment with project goals and standards
Collaborate with engineering, estimating, project management, and field staff to produce fully integrated and constructible designs
Coordinate with consultants, AHJs, and code officials to ensure regulatory compliance with construction requirements
Conduct existing conditions assessments and prepare design and technical reports for water and wastewater treatment projects
Lead renovation, adaptive reuse, and historic restoration efforts, including evaluation of structural and architectural integrity, preservation of architectural features, and integration with modern building systems
Perform construction administration tasks, including submittal review, responding to RFI’s, site inspections, and field clarifications
Participate in cost estimating, scheduling, and value engineering efforts to improve constructability and project outcomes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Architecture or BS in Architectural Technology degree from U.S. accredited university
NYS Registered Architect or NCARB Certification
8-10 years of architectural experience with a strong emphasis on detailing and constructability for infrastructure or public works projects
Demonstrated experience with public bid projects, including budget, schedule, and quality oversight
Deep understanding of building systems integration (Architectural, Structural, MEP, Civil)
Proven ability to develop technical, constructible details and understand construction methods and materials
Proficiency with building codes, environmental regulations, and sustainable design principles
Strong leadership skills and ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in a dynamic team environment
Preferred
Hands-on experience in construction administration and field coordination
Ability to identify and resolve constructability and detailing issues early in design
Strong technical writing and communication skills to clearly convey design intent
Experience with building renovations, rehabilitations, or historic preservation projects
Commitment to quality assurance, technical accuracy, and constructible solutions throughout all phases of a project
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and prescription plans)
Pre-tax flexible spending plans for medical, dependent care, and transportation
Short and long-term disability, and employer paid life insurance
Paid holidays, floating holidays, and paid time off (PTO)
Employer-contributed 401(k) plan and additional financial planning support
Professional growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement, in-house training, and incentives for professional registration and professional organization memberships
Starting pay range for this position depends on skills, experience, education and geographical location
Company
Hazen and Sawyer
Hazen and Sawyer has focused on two things: providing safe drinking water and controlling water pollution.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.13M2012-02-09Grant· $0.13M
Leadership Team
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William Crayon
Chief Financial Officer
A
Alfred Sawyer
Founder
Recent News
2024-04-09
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