Project Architect

EskewDumezRipple; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401K plan

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Competitive PTO

Parental leave

Weekly happy hours

Employee events throughout the year

Job summary

EskewDumezRipple is looking for an experienced Project Architect with over 8 years of experience to join their studio. Located in Austin, Texas, this position will involve leading architectural projects ensuring high-quality delivery across various scales.

The ideal candidate will have a professional degree in architecture, and preferred familiarity with sustainable design practices. EskewDumezRipple offers competitive benefits including medical and parental leave, as well as a culture of collaboration.

Qualifications

• 8+ years architectural experience, including 3 years as a Project Architect.
• Active US registration or pursuing licensure.
• Proficiency in Revit required.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from conception to completion ensuring quality.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and contractors.
• Develop and oversee project specifications and documentation.
• Support project management on schedules and budgets.
• Conduct site observations and prepare reports.
• Mentor junior staff and foster a collaborative environment.

Skills

Architectural experience

Revit proficiency

Project management

Sustainable design practices

Education

Professional degree in architecture

Job description

Career Opportunities with EskewDumezRipple

We build places for people.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

EskewDumezRipple (EDR) is a nationally recognized group of architects, designers, and thinkers operating within the fields of architecture, interior design, research, and urban strategies with studios in New Orleans and Washington DC.

Our studio itself is a diverse group of people from all over the world, a resonant gathering of experiences and expertise. We are curious and determined. We nurture a culture that encourages a spirit of collaboration and attracts inquisitive people.

Our work unfolds at every scale, harmoniously integrating interiors and buildings with neighborhoods and communities.

About the Job

We are currently seeking a Project Architect with 8+ years of experience to join our studio in New Orleans, LA. This role will contribute to a variety of projects across multiple program types and scales, leading project coordination and technical execution from early design through construction administration.

Up to $7,500 in relocation assistance.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Serve as a primary point of coordination for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal team members throughout the life of a project.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee drawing sets, technical documentation, and project specifications.
• Guide the technical execution of projects, ensuring quality, code compliance, and integration of building systems.
• Support project delivery by helping manage schedules, budgets, staffing coordination, and project milestones in collaboration with Project Managers and firm leadership.
• Coordinate permitting and regulatory submissions with applicable federal, state, and local authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Lead construction administration activities on small to medium projects, including submittal reviews, RFIs, and change orders.
• Conduct site observations, prepare field reports, and support resolution of construction issues.
• Mentor and support junior staff through technical guidance, collaboration, and day‑to‑day project leadership.
• Represent the firm professionally in meetings, presentations, and project-related interactions with external stakeholders.
• Contribute to a collaborative studio culture that values design excellence, sustainability, and high‑performance outcomes.

Qualifications

Required

• 8+ years architectural experience, with at least three (3) years of recent Project Architect experience.
• Professional degree in architecture required and either active US registration or active licensure pursuit are required.
• Revit proficiency is required.

Preferred

• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and/or LEED/WELL credentials.

Benefits

EskewDumezRipple offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K, short and long term disability, life insurance, competitive PTO, and parental leave. Our studio also hosts weekly happy hours and numerous employee events throughout the year.