Industrial Architect; Senior

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood is recruiting an Industrial Architect with design and production experience across the industrial, chemical, energy, and paper markets. The role will support the preparation of construction drawings, development of specifications, and facility assessments for Wood’s Specialty Industrial Clients.

This position supports architectural design from conceptual studies, feasibility analysis, construction-grade scope and estimates, detailed design, and construction field support. Hiring for Tucker (Atlanta, GA) or Greenville, SC. Hybrid or remote work options available. Authorization to work lawfully in the USA without sponsorship is required.

This is an excellent opportunity for an architect interested in gaining deeper experience in industrial building design. The role supports the development of architectural deliverables, coordinates multidisciplinary inputs, ensures compliance with building codes, and provides construction support.

You will contribute across project phases—design development, construction documents, bidding/procurement, and construction administration—working closely with engineers, project managers, and construction teams.

Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood’s Specialty Industrial Group delivers integrated architectural and engineering services across process industries, large-scale manufacturing, energy, and chemical facilities. We focus on reliability, safety, and regulatory compliance while transforming new and existing industrial facilities.

• Meaningful and interesting work supporting major industrial clients
• Flexible working arrangements balancing client, team, and individual needs
• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
• Competitive salary with routine market reviews
• Flexible benefits package
• Focused professional development and growth opportunities
• Global technical community and collaboration across Wood

• Performs and oversees various tasks in all project phases of architectural design:
  Design Development;
  Construction Documents;
  Bidding or Procurement and Construction Administration
• Daily activities include problem-solving on both large projects and small consultations for project managers and other disciplines.
• Provides a wide range of architectural services while maintaining a prioritization of tasks.
• Participates and coordinates the preparation and quality of contract documents, including drawings and specifications.
• Responsible to review and rectify architectural design to applicable Buildings Codes and produce documents including Life‑Safety, Egress, Accessibility, and General Code Compliance drawings and narratives.
• Coordinates multiple‑discipline overlays, construction techniques, and sequences. Project experience with 3D collision detection and clash management.
• Effectively addresses problems and questions as they occur during construction.
• Writes reports such as feasibility studies, design criteria, and material recommendations.
• Responsible for coordination of all aspects of other disciplines as they affect the building envelope and interior.
• The candidate will follow projects through approvals and construction.

What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you do not meet every requirement below, we encourage you to apply.

• Bachelor of Architecture (5‑year program) or Master of Architecture
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant architectural experience
• NCARB certification required
• Experience evaluating hazardous materials, high‑hazard occupancies, and implementing compliant designs
• Experience with fire separation, blast‑resistant design, and damage‑limiting construction
• Proficiency with:
  Revit, AutoCAD, Navisworks, ACC / BIM 360, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office & Teams
• Spec Link Cloud experience preferred
• Project management and permitting experience preferred

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people.

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.