Intermediate Architect

Requisition ID: 98043 

Job Category: Engineering 

Location: Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. 

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Ready to take the next step in your career?

At Hatch Medellín, we’re looking for a highly motivated Intermediate Architect to join our PDG team. 

Reporting to the Senior Architect or Global Architecture Director, the Intermediate Architect works within the Hatch Architecture team to develop architectural deliverables and coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts. This role involves collaboration with designers, engineers, and project managers, operating with moderate supervision and accountability for quality outputs.

As the successful candidate, you will: 

• Build client relationships and networks to generate new business.
• Develop architectural designs and deliverables across all design phases.
• Produce construction drawing sets, reports, specifications, and related documents.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary design with project managers and stakeholders.
• Support senior architects and designers with design, research, administration, and project tasks.
• Supervise and mentor junior staff to ensure quality and skill development.

You bring to the role:

Experience:

• Minimum 5+ years of relevant architectural work experience.

Regulatory Knowledge:

• Solid understanding of international building codes, by-laws, design guidelines, and regulations.

Technical Expertise:

• Working knowledge of architectural graphic and technical standards, material performance certifications, and testing organizations (e.g., LEED, ULC, ANSI, ASTM, CAN/CSI, NFPA).
• Familiarity with project management principles and their application in architectural workflows.

Professional Practice:

• Experience working under a licensed architect to ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables.
• Coordinated design efforts across multiple disciplines (structural, civil, mechanical, electrical, utilities).

Documentation Skills:

• Developed comprehensive construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections, details, schedules).
• Assisted in preparing construction documents, including code compliance reviews and technical specifications.
• Supported preparation and review of technical documentation (design briefs, reports, material take-offs, vendor documents, bids, project sheets).
• Contributed to construction administration tasks (RFIs, shop drawings, samples, site instructions, change orders, cost estimates, reports).

Software Proficiency:

• 2D drafting tools: AutoCAD, MicroStation.
• 3D modeling and visualization: SketchUp, 3ds Max, FormIt, V-Ray, Lumion.
• BIM platforms: Revit, Design, ArchiCAD.
• Administrative tools: MS Office, MS Teams, Webex.

Software Desirable

• 2D drafting tool MicroStation.
• BIM platforms: OpenBuildings Designer.
• Administrative tools: ProjectWise.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.