Project Architect | Project Coordinator - Kirksey Architects - Houston, Texas, United States

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 03:00:40 -0500

Kirksey Architecture is seeking a Project Architect | Project Coordinator to join our Science and Technology Studio to work on complex projects in laboratory, R&D, clean rooms, manufacturing, energy/oil and gas, and data center facilities.

ABOUT KIRKSEY ARCHITECTURE

At Kirksey, we greatly value our people, our clients, our communities, and our planet. As architects, designers, and planners, we are committed to creating high-performing, healthy environments that make a lasting, positive impact. Our work focuses on resource-efficient, community-enhancing design that delivers meaningful experiences for the people who use the spaces we create. As part of our commitment to responsible practice, Kirksey operates as a carbon-neutral firm.

We are an award-winning architecture firm built on collaboration, innovation, and sustainability. Our specialized practice groups function as “firms within a firm,” empowering teams with the leadership, focus, and flexibility to deliver exceptional, tailored design solutions.

If you’re looking for more than just a job, you’ll find it here. With a culture that encourages ideas, supports ambition, and invests in professional growth, Kirksey is a place where you can build a long-term, rewarding career.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Project Architect | Project Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the technical development and documentation of projects, ensuring alignment with design intent and project goals. This role leads the coordination of the full project team, including consultants and specifications, and serves as a key technical resource to help resolve design and documentation issues.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Full project team and document coordination, including specifications, all consultants and their documents.

· Project Team resource for technical guidance to resolve design issues while maintaining design intent.

· Facilitate open team communication with all levels of project team – Internal Team, Owners, Contractors, Consultants and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

· Coordinate all Construction Administration processes.

· Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Professional degree in Architecture.

· 8+ years’ experience at an architecture firm, with a focus on laboratory, R&D, clean rooms, manufacturing, energy/oil & gas, or data centers.

· Experience using Revit, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.

PREFERRED COMPETENCIES

· Registered Architect (RA) preferred.

BENEFITS AND PERKS

At Kirksey Architecture, we are committed to supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer:

· Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (at employee base level)

· Employer-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

· Employer-paid Life and AD&D Insurance

· Non-elected Employer 401(k) contribution

· Employee Assistance Program and Mental Wellness resources

· Identity Protection

· Minimum of 15 days of paid time off (PTO)

· 10 Paid Holidays

· Hybrid work schedule after 60 days of employment

· Exam and professional reimbursement

· Professional development and continuing education opportunities

To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies:
Please direct all inquiries and submissions to careers@kirksey.com.