Principal Architect – Transit Architecture

HNTB

Principal Architect responsible for architectural project development and technical oversight at HNTB. Leading project teams, ensuring quality assurance, and mentoring staff across various locations in the United States.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeNew York City • Illinois, Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $110,384 - $215,816 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develops and presents lead technical viewpoint on assigned projects
Ensures that technical solutions are properly developed
Works closely with project designer and manager in planning
Monitors development of contract documents
Responsible for quality assurance and quality control checks
Serves as subject matter expert on large architectural projects
Promotes firm culture and assists in developing technical standards
Participates in market sector leadership initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture
10 years of relevant experience
RA certification
Expert communication skills regarding technical aspects of the project
Ability to analyze design and construction systems
Experience in coordination of architectural/engineering project team
Proficient in Autodesk Revit and AutoCAD
Skills in computational design and emerging technologies

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

computational designdesign analysisconstruction systemsquality assurancequality controltechnical solutionsproject coordinationarchitectural designengineering project managementtechnical standards

Soft Skills

expert communicationleadershipcollaborationplanningproblem-solvingsubject matter expertisecultural promotioninitiative participation

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in ArchitectureRA certification