Senior Architect

Requisition ID: 98075 

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 Senior Architect to join our PDG team

Reporting to the Global Architecture Director, the Senior Architect within the Hatch Architecture team to develop architectural deliverables and coordinate multidisciplinary design efforts.  This role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and clients to lead and review architectural deliverables across all project phases - conceptual design, detailed design, construction documentation, and administration - operating with minimal supervision and accountability for quality outputs.

As the successful candidate, you will:

• Build client relationships and networks to generate new business.
• Develop technical and disciplinary strategies, standardizing documents and procedures to yield company growth.
• Liaise with stakeholders and clients, including governmental agencies, professional organizations, product suppliers, manufacturers, and other industry representatives.
• Develop client relationships, respond to RFPs, and secure new projects.
• Lead architectural teams and guide decisions across all disciplines.
• Plan and oversee all aspects of project delivery.
• Oversee and mentor senior, intermediate, and junior staff, emphasizing professional development. 

You bring to the role:

Experience: 

• Minimum 15+ years of relevant architectural work experience.

Regulatory Knowledge:

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

Technical Expertise:

• Extensive working knowledge of architectural graphic standards, CCDC, CHOP, technical standards, material and performance certifications, standards, and testing organizations (e.g., LEED, ULC, ANSI, ASTM, CAN/CSI, NFPA)
• Integrated multidisciplinary design across all project phases, coordinating structural, civil, landscape, sustainability, MEP, and other specialized disciplines.

Professional Practice:

• Assisted clients in obtaining permits required for occupancy.
• Presented architectural designs to consultants and disciplines for stakeholder approval, authority having jurisdictions, design review panels, etc.

Documentation Skills:

• Directed preparation and review of technical documents (design briefs, reports, material take-offs, vendor documents, bids, and project sheets).
• Directed production of comprehensive construction drawings (plans, elevations, sections, details, and schedules).
• Performed and directed construction administration tasks providing input to documents (RFIs, shop drawings, samples, site instructions, change orders, cost estimates, and site visit reports).
• Managed production of 3D renderings, animations, and visual presentations.
• Organized production of construction documents, including code compliance reviews and technical specifications; stamped and signed documents as required.
• Prepared project plans, schedules, budgets, scopes, and deliverable lists to support effective planning and execution.

Software Proficiency:

• 2D drafting tools: AutoCAD.
• BIM platforms: Revit, 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.