Senior Architectural Designer

Job Description

Role:Architectural Designer

• 4 years of experience
• Salary 70,000-90,000
• Houston,TX

We are seeking a Senior Architectural Designer to join a growing Mission Critical team in Houston, TX. This role will support the design and delivery of complex data center and infrastructure projects, working closely with project managers, engineers, and construction teams.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about design, detail-oriented, and excited to work on technically demanding, large-scale projects.
Key Responsibilities

• Assist with site planning and space planning in collaboration with construction project managers
• Research and apply building codes, zoning regulations, and project requirements
• Develop presentation drawings, diagrams, and renderings to communicate design intent
• Review project scope and coordinate closely with project managers and consultants
• Produce architectural documents for permit submittals and construction
• Coordinate and review construction documents across multidisciplinary teams
• Develop conceptual and preliminary designs into detailed construction documents

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in architecture or related field
• 4+ years of experience in architectural design
• Strong ability to produce both presentation drawings and construction documents
• Proficiency in Revit (required)
• Strong understanding of building design and documentation processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mission-critical or data center projects (preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD and 3D modeling/rendering tools such as Lumion or SketchUp
• Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, etc.)
• Strong communication and coordination skills

• Work on high-impact mission-critical and data center projects
• Join a growing division with a strong project pipeline
• Be part of an integrated design-build environment under ARCO
• Exposure to large-scale, complex developments

Competitive Benefits Package

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k options
• Tuition reimbursement, including licensure exam fees
• Scholarship program for associates' children (up to $28,000 per child)
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable contribution match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 100% paid 12-week maternity leave

Meet Your Recruiter

Nadia Nkansah
Full Desk Technical Recruiter

Born in Italy and raised in Georgia, Nadia Nkansah is an Account Manager at Selectek, specializing in engineering and technical recruiting. A graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Exercise Science, she began her career in IT staffing and business development before transitioning into engineering recruiting and account management.

Nadia enjoys partnering with clients to understand their hiring goals and helping them identify top talent across engineering, architecture, manufacturing, data center, and other technical disciplines. She is passionate about building long-term relationships and serving as a trusted resource for both clients and candidates throughout the hiring process.

Outside of work, Nadia enjoys volunteering in her community, traveling, hiking, attending live music events, DJing, watching reality TV, and spending time with family and friends.

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