Project Architect – Mission Critical, Data Centers

Ghafari Associates

Project Architect focusing on mission critical data centers and facilities for Ghafari Associates. Leading design work and technical documentation with interdisciplinary coordination and collaboration.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeDearborn • Alabama, Missouri, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead architectural scope for hyperscale and enterprise data center projects and other mission critical facilities.
Coordinate architectural requirements for critical spaces including data halls, electrical rooms, UPS/battery rooms, generator buildings/yards, MEP galleries, MMR/telecom spaces, security/operations and service/loading areas.
Drive intense interdisciplinary coordination with all disciplines and key consultants to resolve equipment clearance, access/maintenance pathways, envelope interfaces and constructability constraints.
Manage compliance to owner standards / prototype requirements common to hyperscale and enterprise clients; document deviations and coordinate approvals as required.
Support fast-track delivery, including early release packages and phased permitting/issuances.
Participate and lead model-based review and coordination efforts with the BIM/VDC team.
Establish the factual parameters of the design work (e.g., code, site restrictions, budget and schedule restraints); identify building systems options and related performance and cost criteria; and assist in the presentation of design documents.
Assume primary responsibility for the daily activities of the architectural project team and the progress of the work and for the technical quality of the Construction Documents (drawings and specifications).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Architectural Engineering; Master’s preferred
NCARB certificate required
LEED Certification preferred
WELL Building Certification preferred
Registered Architect required
15+ years related architecture experience
3-5+ years in data centers and/or mission critical facilities is preferred
Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office and Microsoft Teams
Familiar with Autodesk File Management System
Familiar with point cloud software.

Benefits

Comp & perks

health insurance
retirement plans
paid time off
flexible work arrangements
professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

architectural designBIM coordinationmodel-based reviewconstruction documentsdata center designcompliance managementinterdisciplinary coordinationperformance criteria analysiscost criteria analysisfast-track delivery

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingteam management

Certifications

NCARB certificateLEED CertificationWELL Building CertificationRegistered Architect