Project Architect - Cities & Places

Jacobs; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited PPTO

Stock purchase plan

Job summary

Jacobs in Dallas, Texas seeks a Project Architect to join our Cities and Places team. You will deliver program management, planning, design and construction support across Texas and globally, collaborating with clients, GC and trades to drive quality and efficiency.

You will lead design efforts, review proposals, and contribute to BIM execution with Revit, AutoCAD and related tools while maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and ensuring code compliance and project success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
• US licensure as an Architect and NCARB certification preferred.
• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in design and project delivery.
• Proficient in Revit, AutoCAD, BIM tools and rendering workflows.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on design projects; develop drawings in AutoCAD and Revit.
• Assist in creating proposals and construction documentation.
• Outline project schedules and coordinate tasks with stakeholders.
• Communicate with contractors, clients and team to track progress.
• Develop detailed plans and shop drawings using AutoCAD and Revit.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Architectural design

Client communication

Design coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

NCARB certification

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Enscape

Navisworks

Bluebeam Revu

BIM360

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

We share a common purpose – to make the world more connected and sustainable. And we’re excited about the innovative ways we can change the world. We design some of the most complex facilities being constructed today from conceptualization through construction support. Project delivery strategies include design/bid/build, design/build, and Integrated Project Delivery, and our projects are often highly collaborative with the client, general contractor, and trade partners. The key to our success is our culture of continuous improvement, innovation, team-oriented work practices, inclusion and diversity, and respect for everyone. If you are up the challenge and interested in turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good, then Jacobs is where you belong.

We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Project Architect in Dallas, Texas. As an Architectural Professional, part of our Cities and Places team, you will be an integral member of our multi-disciplinary design team. You will have the opportunity to deliver outstanding program management, planning, design, and construction management services to our clients in Texas and across the globe.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for collaborating on design projects; brainstorm project design ideas, complete design drawings in AutoCAD and Revit and assist in reviewing project proposals, remaining a part of the process from conception through project close-out.
• Assist in creating project proposals and completing construction paperwork for buildings.
• Assisting with initial project research and outlining project schedules and tasks.
• Communicate with involved parties; contractors - to monitor the progress of a project, discuss the material selections; clients – interviewing them for programming, noting their requests, answering their questions and sending them project updates; team members – inspiring the team to consider novel designs and the integration of systems.
• Develop detailed plans and shop drawing using- Autodesk- AutoCAD and Revit.

What you'll need

• Bachelors Degree in Architecture
• Minimum 7 years of professional industry experience.
• Professional Licensure as an Architecture Professional in the United States.
• Working knowledge of model/rendering and design tools (including REVIT, AutoCAD, Enscape, Adobe Creative Suite, BIM360, Navisworks, Bluebeam Revu).
• Ability to develop and maintain architectural models with strict adherence to project-specific BIM execution plans, ensuring accurate integration with structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) models.
• Self-driven time management and organizational skills to work independently and lead a team of colleagues.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to be able to forge team and working relationships with Project Management, Sales Team and Clients.
• Strong knowledge of building types, building envelope assemblies and respective code compliance for fire separations, egress, accessibility, sustainability.
• Historical knowledge to act as a Quality Control reviewer of other teams and the ability to generate custom building details or specifications from standards.

Ideally, you'll also have

• Skills to act as a topic expert/project team leader/staff mentor.
• Interest in personal career advancement, adoption of emerging technologies, supporting office initiatives and community engagement.
• NCARB certification to facilitate additional licensure.
• Experience leading medium to large-sized teams.
• Extensive experience with permitting, site observation, contract administration documentation, and project closeout communication.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future.

• Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount.
• Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan.
• Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave.
• And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $160,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on October 15, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.