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Senior Project Architect

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Hybrid
Houston, TX
101K-158K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
Houston, TX
101K-158K Annually
Senior level
Leads architectural design and project delivery for complex municipal and transportation projects, specializing in sustainable zero-emission transit facilities. Oversees design development, technical documentation, multidisciplinary coordination, code compliance, client presentations, schedules, budgets, QA/QC, constructability, and BEB charging infrastructure integration. Mentors junior staff and supports stakeholder coordination throughout construction administration. The role is based in Houston, permits telecommuting up to two days weekly, and requires up to 5% domestic travel.
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At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world's most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM Technical Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Architect in Houston, TX.

Job Details:

  • Responsible for leading architectural design and project delivery from concept through construction administration for complex municipal/transportation projects, with a specialization in sustainable, zero-emission transit facilities
  • Lead design development and technical documentation
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with applicable building codes, zoning, and sustainability requirements
  • Serve as a client-facing lead for programming, space planning, presentations, and stakeholder coordination
  • Provide oversight of schedules, budgets, QA/QC, and constructability reviews
  • Integrate BEB charging implementation requirements into facility designs by translating operational needs into buildable infrastructure and coordinating electrical/utilities and life-safety interfaces
  • Mentor junior staff and support a collaborative, high-performance project environment
  • Up to 5% domestic travel required
  • Telecommuting permitted up to 2 days per week

Qualifications

Candidates must have a Master's degree in Architecture or a related field of study and 4 years of experience as an Architect or in a related occupation. 

Alternatively, the employer will accept a Bachelor's of Architecture degree or a related field of study and 6 years of experience as an Architect or in a related occupation.

Position requires experience in the following:

  1. Texas Architect License
  2. Zero-emission transit and BEB charging integration projects, including facility planning for charging layouts, routing constraints, utility coordination, equipment clearances, and phased implementation in operating facilities
  3. Revit
  4. AutoCAD
  5. SketchUp
  6. Visualization tools, including Enscape and Lumion
  7. Construction documentation (SD, DD, and CD), including QA and QC standards

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

 

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

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