Architect

Onyx Creative; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional dues

Company laptops

Social events

Volunteer opportunities

Rewards and recognition

Job summary

Onyx Creative in Houston seeks a licensed architect to lead complex design efforts and coordinate with consultants on multiple projects. You will prepare design drawings, develop scope and fees, and act as a client liaison to secure future work.

The role requires 10 years in architecture, TX licensure, and proficiency with AutoCAD/REVIT, SketchUp, and Adobe Creative Suite. Independent work and mentoring staff are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture required.
• Texas professional license required.
• Experience with commercial projects in retail/industrial/multifamily sectors.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.
• Strong design creativity and advanced technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

• Attend design reviews and present at community meetings.
• Coordinate with agencies, municipalities, and consultants.
• Lead architectural design for complex projects within budget and schedule.
• Develop project scope, fees, contracts, and ensure sign-offs.
• Manage client relationships and pursue new work opportunities.
• Mentor staff in project management, code review, and QC.

Skills

Design leadership

Client relations

Team mentoring

Communication

Technical knowledge

Code compliance

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD/REVIT

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Architects are responsible for the creation of project designs and plans for all phases of projects. Coordinate the work of building design consultants while monitoring drawings throughout the process. Initiate and create project designs and plans for all phases of one or more projects. Responsible for preparing presentation and design drawings. Act as an internal and external ambassador for the firm.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS – Key Responsibilities

• Attend and present at design review, city council, planning commission, and community meetings.
• Organize and develop scope of entitlements projects.
• Coordinate with agencies, municipalities, and consultant team.
• Coordinate project staffing with the Director of Operations.
• Plan, organize, and manage the architectural design for the most complex projects.
• Prepare the project scope and fee proposals and ensure the project number is assigned, the contract is signed, and consultants’ proposals are signed.
• Complete the project design and design deliverables within budgeted hours and schedule. Verify project status and identify any issues related to expended time vs. budgeted hours or potential problems.
• Promptly address and issue all change of service requests from staff and consultants.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local planning directors and department staff.
• Actively and continuously engage in the community to give Onyx a public presence.
• Take an active role in new client enrollment and maintaining relationships with existing clients.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients; ask for potential future work.
• Coordinate and manage client relationships and help to foster positive working relationships.
• Review and evaluate projects assigned by VP, Directors, Client Managers.
• Develop feasibility reports, research, and establish development opportunities, project constraints, and communicate them with clients and consultants.
• Schedule and direct project kick-off meeting with all consultants to discuss schedule, scope, and determine required information.
• Communicate effectively with the client regarding project-related updates and schedule changes to the client.

QUALIFICATIONS and SKILLS

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in architecture with 10 years of experience in the architectural profession.
• Experience in commercial projects in retail, industrial, or multifamily sectors.
• Professionally licensed in Texas.
• Proficiency of AutoCAD or REVIT, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and other tools.
• Possess design creativity and advanced technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently on all aspects of architectural projects.
• Experienced with and able to mentor staff on techniques of project management, code review and analysis, quality control and/or construction.

BENEFITS

This role offers competitive compensation and is eligible for participation in Onyx Creative's comprehensive benefits programs, including:

• Company-paid employee insurance - medical, dental, vision, life insurance and disability
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid industry and professional dues
• Company-provided laptops
• Variety of company-sponsored social events
• Volunteer community service opportunities
• Rewards and Recognition

Onyx Creative, Inc. strives to provide competitive market-informed compensation based on a candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual pay offered may vary based on, but not limited to education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, and location. In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for a discretionary bonus.

Join us and become part of a team that thrives on pushing boundaries, embracing creativity, and transforming visions into reality. We are not just architects and designers; we are storytellers shaping the narrative of spaces that inspire and captivate.

SALARY RANGE

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