Project Architect | Series A Start-Up

Bespoke Careers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity programs

Paid time off

Benefits package

Job summary

Bespoke Careers in Austin, TX seeks a Project Architect to lead delivery of high‑quality prefabricated housing projects from feasibility through entitlement, permitting, and construction support. You will collaborate with designers, engineers, and builders in a vertically integrated team to bring new communities to life.

Ideal candidates have 6–10+ years of architectural experience, deep knowledge of building codes, site planning, and zoning, and proficiency in Revit and visualization tools.

Qualifications

• 6–10+ years of professional architectural experience.
• Strong expertise in site planning, zoning analysis, building codes, and regulatory compliance (IBC/IRC).
• Ability to coordinate with local jurisdictions, consultants, and cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from feasibility through entitlement, permitting, and construction support.
• Prepare and develop complete permitting/construction docs in line with codes.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and local consultants for site-specific needs.
• Manage relationships with planning and building departments to secure approvals and keep schedules.
• Provide construction-phase support via RFIs, submittals, and field issue resolution.

Skills

Site planning

Zoning analysis

Building codes

Coordination

Communication

Prefabricated construction

Tools

Revit

Enscape

Job description

Join an innovative housing development company on a mission to address one of the nation's most pressing challenges: housing affordability. As a Project Architect, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality prefabricated housing projects, helping bring new communities to life through efficient design, permitting, and construction processes. Working within a vertically integrated organization that manages every stage of development, you will have the opportunity to drive projects from feasibility through completion while collaborating with a talented team of designers, engineers, and builders. Based in Austin, TX, this role is ideal for a hands-on architect looking to make a meaningful impact and grow with a fast-scaling business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery from site feasibility and concept development through entitlement, permitting, and construction support.
• Prepare and develop complete permitting and construction documentation, ensuring compliance with local codes and regulations.
• Coordinate with structural, MEP, and local consulting teams to address site-specific requirements and project needs.
• Manage relationships with planning and building departments to secure approvals and maintain project schedules.
• Provide construction-phase support through RFIs, submittal reviews, field issue resolution, and continuous product improvement feedback.

Skills and Experience

• 6-10+ years of professional architectural experience, with a proven track record of delivering projects through permitting and construction.
• Strong expertise in site planning, zoning analysis, building codes, and regulatory compliance, including IBC and IRC knowledge.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively with local jurisdictions, consultants, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design and documentation software, including Revit and visualization tools such as Enscape.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills; experience with prefabricated, modular, or panelized construction is a plus.

Benefits & Culture

• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on improving housing accessibility and affordability.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with exposure to all aspects of the development and construction lifecycle.
• Significant ownership, autonomy, and opportunities for future leadership growth.
• Comprehensive benefits package and paid time off.
• Eligibility for company equity programs and long-term career development opportunities.