Project Architect

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is looking for a Registered Architect in Austin, Texas, to lead a multidiscipline team on various architectural projects. This role involves coordinating project phases, writing specifications, and ensuring compliance with codes. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Architecture and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in Autodesk Revit and strong communication skills are required. The position offers full-time employment with regular status.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Registered Architect.
• Experience in preparing and laying out architectural contract documents.
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects.
• Independently coordinate work through multiple phases of a project.
• Conduct work sessions at project sites in conjunction with project managers.

Skills

Leadership and team coordination

Architectural specification writing

Excellent communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of Autodesk Revit

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Master's degree in Architecture

Bachelor's degree in Architecture

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

SketchUp

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidiscipline team and perform layout and detailing on architectural projects
• Independently coordinate work of a multidiscipline team through multiple phases of a project
• Establish owner/client and internal meetings, and participate in reviews with various governing agencies for code compliance
• Conduct work sessions at project site in conjunction with Project Manager and other disciplines
• Coordinate workload of team members through multiple phases to complete documents on schedule
• Review architectural documents for areas of conflict with all disciplines
• Perform QA/QC and technical reviews
• Write and edit architectural specifications
• Coordinate with and assist affected disciplines with addenda, RFIs, CPRs and change orders
• Incorporate agreed-upon changes into project documents
• Lead projects in a dual management role as needed
• Provide construction contract administration as needed
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture
• Experience in the areas of healthcare, educational, civic, science and research facilities
• Significant amount of contract administration experience, including running OAC meetings, reviewing applications for payment, and processing certificates of substantial completion
• Experience with value engineering exercises
• Ability to facilitate team-wide coordination meetings with all project disciplines
• Experience with commercial building permit development and processing
• Experience guiding a team of junior designers
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Experience with SketchUp a plus, but not required
• Willing to travel on a semi-regular basis to project sites

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years experience
• Registered Architect
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project Schedule)
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Proficient in use of Autodesk Revit and familiarity with related tools and process
• Demonstrated graphic presentation skills
• Must have experience in preparation and layout of architectural contract documents and specifications
• Strong knowledge of codes and good planning skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

Primary Location

United States - Texas - Austin

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

Apr 22, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.