Job Description:
Overview:
The Project Designer III works under the direct supervision of a licensed architect to support the planning, design, and documentation of complex architectural projects. This role contributes to the development of conceptual and construction documents and may lead or manage projects of moderate to high risk with fee values up to $300,000, or smaller multi-phase projects with greater complexity.
Responsibilities:
- Lead or support the development of creative, client-focused design concepts.
- Prepare, modify, and update architectural drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
- Translate design concepts into detailed presentation and construction documents.
- Conduct programming, site planning, and schematic design using 2D/3D modeling tools.
- Apply building codes and zoning requirements to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Interface with clients to present design ideas and resolve design-related issues.
- Collaborate with project teams, consultants, and other disciplines to coordinate design solutions.
- Support or lead construction administration activities, including reviewing submittals, RFIs, and change directives.
- Develop material sample boards and visual presentations for internal and client use.
- Stay informed on building construction methods, graphic standards, and industry best practices.
- Research materials and systems to support design and documentation quality.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture from an accredited program.
- 2+ years of professional experience in an architectural setting.
- Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office 365.
- Strong design, communication, and technical documentation skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience producing construction documents and coordinating with clients and consultants.
- Familiarity with sustainable design practices is preferred.
- Dependable, adaptable, and proactive in delivering high-quality design solutions.
- Availability to work a standard Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm schedule, with flexibility as needed. #LI-JG1
EEO Statement:
All qualified applicants for Pape-Dawson Engineers will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Top Skills
What We Do
Who We Are
Founded in 1965, Pape-Dawson provides professional civil engineering, surveying, GIS, and environmental services for public and private clients across Texas. With 850+ staff and offices in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Tomball, Fort Worth, Dallas, New Braunfels, and Corpus Christi, we provide both our clients and our employees with a deep bench of valuable in-house resources that span a wide range of disciplines.
Pape-Dawson has provided civil engineering services for many noteworthy projects in Texas including theme parks; educational campuses; healthcare facilities; transportation improvement projects; water and wastewater infrastructure projects; commercial land development projects; and thousands of residential projects. We take great pride in producing projects than not only impact quality of life, but also help generate economic opportunity within our communities.
Culture and Benefits
We acknowledge the value of our employees by providing an enlightened company culture that encourages personal growth and professional excellence, supported by state-of-the-art technology and frequent training opportunities. Employee engagement is an integral part of working at Pape-Dawson. Monthly birthday celebrations, weekly trivia and bingo breaks, picnics, holiday parties, professional speakers, and networking opportunities are just a few of the many events employees enjoy.
In addition to fostering a culture that promotes satisfaction and success, we provide our employees with a robust benefits package including a variety of insurance plan options; a generous PTO policy; impressive 401(k) match program; education and gym reimbursements; and flexible and remote work opportunities.
