Project Architect

Company Description

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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a talented and motivated Project Architect to join our Buildings + Places business line in Houston, Dallas and Austin Texas. This role provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to impactful projects for public and private clients. The ideal candidate will have strong design and technical expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to lead design efforts while delivering high-quality architectural solutions.

As a Project Architect III, you will play a key role in project delivery, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure design excellence and client satisfaction. This position is ideal for an experienced architect looking to advance their career by taking on greater leadership responsibilities.

US West Buildings + Places as a vast market spread and geography, providing opportunities across a wide range of project typologies, including Science & Technology, Advanced Manufacturing, Commercial, Aerospace, Higher Education, Industrial and Process, Transportation, Aviation, Sports and Federal market sectors across the western United States and beyond. As a dynamic team of Architects, Planners, and Engineers. We strive to incorporate beauty, sustainability, resiliency, equity, and innovation in our projects.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design Leadership: Lead the design process for projects in commercial, industrial, logistics, and interiors sectors, ensuring innovative and functional solutions.

• Project Coordination: Collaborate with project teams, including engineers, consultants, and other stakeholders, to integrate architectural and technical solutions.

• Documentation: Prepare and oversee detailed design documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with building codes.

• Client Interaction: Support client engagement efforts, including presentations, design reviews, and addressing project-related inquiries.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with senior architects and project managers to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Competencies

• Design Excellence: Passion for creating innovative and functional architectural solutions.

• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly to clients and stakeholders.

• Problem-Solving: Creative and analytical thinker capable of addressing complex design challenges.

• Attention to Detail: Commitment to accuracy and quality in all aspects of project delivery.

• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a team environment, fostering a culture of cooperation and innovation.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor in Architecture for a NAAB accredited professional program

• 4+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery.or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

• Licensed Architect in the state of Texas (or ability to obtain licensure within a year of hire date).

• Proficiency in design software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and SketchUp, as well as visualization tools like Enscape or Lumion.

• Strong understanding of building codes, construction methods, and sustainability practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Architecture
• 6+ years of professional experience in architectural design and project delivery.o