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Sr. Project Architect I

Cannon Design
Houston, Texas
Full Time
Posted December 11, 2025
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Job Description

This role involves leading the development, quality oversight, and coordination of technical documentation for large, complex projects, ensuring compliance with codes and standards, and guiding project teams through quality processes from design to construction completion.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development, assembly, and quality oversight of technical documentation for large or multiple projects.
  • Manage and monitor the integrated quality review processes across all disciplines.
  • Coordinate staffing and schedule quality reviews for all project disciplines.
  • Guide the development and updates of the Project Quality Plan and ensure compliance with technical standards.
  • Review and oversee the planning of each project phase's drawing and document deliverables.
  • Ensure adherence to firm technical document standards and policies.
  • Facilitate coordination among disciplines, including external consultants, to ensure project quality.
  • Monitor project metrics and early risk indicators to mitigate potential issues.
  • Support the development of technically sound and innovative design solutions.
  • Guide project team in code analysis, compliance, and technical decision-making.
  • Review and manage the technical quality of construction documentation and construction phases.
  • Mentor project staff to foster a culture of continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

  • Minimum Bachelor degree in a relevant field required.
  • Minimum 12 years of related professional experience.
  • Experience includes 5 years in increasingly responsible roles in construction documentation on institutional and or commercial projects.
  • At least 3 years in a responsible role in construction administration on large institutional and or commercial projects.
  • Experience leading all technical aspects with production teams on large, complex projects of more than 200 million dollars in construction costs.
  • Must have experience designing, documenting, coordinating, and administering the construction of significant health projects.
  • Expertise in health codes, standards, and familiarity with proven solutions to address often conflicting requirements between building authorities, client needs, construction technologies, and insurance provisions.
  • Current Architectural Registration in the United States required.
  • The ability to obtain Architectural Registration in Arkansas strongly preferred.
  • LEED accreditation preferred.
  • Must be able to lead large, complex, or multiple projects.
  • Must have strong subject matter expertise.
  • Must possess strong business acumen.
  • Demonstrated focus on quality.
  • Strong technical leadership with knowledge of building codes and requirements.
  • Must have the ability to be client facing with strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong coordination skills and the ability to build a rapport with the project team and client are essential.
  • Familiarity with Revit, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and construction management software.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary and compensation package
Work schedule flexibility
Work environment perks (implied supportive and collaborative culture)
Opportunities for professional development and mentorship
Participation in business development activities
Access to internal and external publication opportunities
Support for continuous quality improvement initiatives
Equal opportunity employment and inclusive workplace policies

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