Architect Designer II

Career Stage: Independent Contributor Experience: 6+ Years of Architectural Production Schedule: Full-Time Reports To: Senior Designer / Designer III Location: 100% Office | Houston, Texas Scope Qualified candidates will independently produce architectural documentation for a commercial retail portfolio, working closely with Senior Designers and Designer IIIs to deliver accurate, standards-compliant work across active development and leasing projects while helping keep projects on schedule. Specific Duties Specific functional responsibilities shall include (not limited to): Production Ownership: Deliver accurate, standards-compliant architectural documentation independently and reduce review burden on senior staff while maintaining projects on schedule Independently produce architectural drawings and documentation across assigned projects Develop site plans, elevations, lease exhibits, and property exhibits Maintain project-specific material and design criteria files Perform thorough self-QA/QC before submitting work for formal review Incorporate tenant requirements into base building documentation Review consultant and tenant drawings under Senior Designer or Designer III direction Support permitting submittals and coordinate responses to jurisdictional comments Verify accuracy of legal descriptions, surveys, and submitted documentation Standards & Team Contribution: Apply and follow departmental drawing standards consistently across all deliverables Support Designer I staff through informal guidance and targeted drawing reviews Contribute feedback and lessons learned to the ongoing improvement of standards Candidate Qualifications 6+ years of experience in architectural production, preferably in retail, commercial, or mixed-use development Proficiency in CAD software and familiarity with architectural documentation standards Experience producing permit-ready drawing sets and coordinating with consultants Working knowledge of entitlement documents, legal descriptions, and lease exhibits preferred Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent project deliverables Bachelor’s degree in architecture, architectural technology, or a related field is preferred In-house architecture team with portfolio-scale impact across an active retail development program Clear career progression path toward Designer III and Senior Designer Mentorship from experienced senior technical staff Collaborative, standards-driven team environment focused on quality and craft #J-18808-Ljbffr NewQuest Properties Ltd.