Architectural Staff III - Job Captain

Architectural Staff III - Job Captain Huitt-Zollars is seeking a mid-level architectural professional to join our Institutional Practice, supporting a diverse portfolio of healthcare, and educational projects. This role involves contributing to the design, coordination, and delivery of projects, with responsibility for independently managing defined portions of work across multiple active assignments.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical judgment, the ability to work with increasing independence, and a commitment to professional growth, including active pursuit of architectural licensure or current registration. This role offers meaningful opportunities for mentorship and advancement, where individuals who take initiative, communicate effectively, and actively engage with their teams will find strong opportunities to grow.

Location: Houston, Texas, Portland, Oregon, Albuquerque, New Mexico, National Capital Region, or Los Angeles, California

Employment Type: 40 FT Hours

Registrations: Licensed Architect or Registered Interior Designer in Texas, or eligible for reciprocity

Compensation Type: Salary

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in interior Architecture, Interior Design, or Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program

MUST SUBMIT A PORTFOLIO TO BE CONSIDERED

Duties:

Project Delivery & Technical Execution

Contribute to and lead defined portions of design development and execution. Produce and coordinate complete drawing sets and construction documents. Apply building codes, accessibility requirements, and technical standards in project delivery. Participate in construction phase services, including submittal review, site visits, and coordination with contractors. Project Ownership & Coordination

Independently manage defined portions of project scope with oversight from Project Managers. Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and stakeholders across disciplines. Resolve design and technical issues within assigned scope, escalating complex issues as needed. Partner with Project Managers to maintain schedules, deliverables, and project performance. Client & Project Exposure

Supports multiple active projects with varying scopes and timelines. Participate in client meetings and coordination efforts, with increasing responsibility over time. Develop familiarity with client standards and contribute to ongoing project relationships. Team Leadership

Provide guidance to junior staff and assist in reviewing work for quality and coordination. Contribute to efficient project delivery through clear communication and proactive problem-solving. Key Responsibilities:

Understands, follows, and enforces Huitt-Zollars' business process. Productively collaborates with PMs and encourages teams to achieve success and camaraderie amongst each other. Understands and follows HZ QMS and Quality initiatives. Assists PM on ensuring that quality control measures are being adhered to on projects and daily operations. Understands duties and responsibilities, possesses necessary job knowledge and technical skills, maintains job knowledge current. Assist with appropriate administrative and project support tasks supporting the needs of the PM on assigned project tasks. Contributes to successful delivery and performance of projects. Complete assignments on-time, within budget, and with highest level of quality. Routinely proposes and produces more effective ways to accomplish tasks. Effectively leads, creates, plans, executes project tasks on a project. Role Competencies:

Sharing Information: Conveying up-to date information in the most efficient and useful manner to the appropriate stakeholders. Critical Thinking: Analyzing problems and solutions by evaluating the quality of the information available from different sources and avoiding decision-making bias. Adaptable: Adjusting behaviors and plans to new circumstances while maintaining a positive attitude. Plans Effectively: Making plans for work to be accomplished in a timely manner and utilizing resources sparingly. Demonstrates Self-Discipline: Refraining oneself from skipping important steps to make decisions or get work done. Qualifications:

Actively pursuing architectural licensure or licensed/eligible for reciprocity. Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience, preferably in institutional, healthcare, or educational projects. Strong understanding of building systems, materials, and construction documentation. Proficiency in Revit and standard design/visualization tools. Ability to manage priorities across multiple projects and deadlines. Demonstrated ability to manage project scopes with limited supervision. Applies professional judgment in design and technical decision-making Coordinates effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Contributes to both project delivery and technical quality. Portfolio Required. Role Expectations:

Works across multiple projects with overlapping schedules, including quick-turn assignments. Delivers work on time, within budget, and aligned with project requirements. Level of responsibility and client interaction will increase based on performance and project needs. Why This Role:

This position offers direct responsibility for project work, exposure to a variety of project types and scopes, and the opportunity to work within established client programs with consistent project flow.

This position is also required to adhere to Huitt-Zollars' Core Value Competencies

About Huitt-Zollars:

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned leading Architectural and Engineering (A/E) firm since being established in 1975. Since then, our firm has been providing innovative planning, engineering, architectural and interior design, construction and program management, and design-build services to our clients. Located in more than 20 locations throughout 10 different US states, Huitt-Zollars holds a vision to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. Employees/co-owners can expect to collaborate with their team, listen to client and community needs, and deliver world-class professional services. Benefits & Perks:

Health insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Dental insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) Vision insurance (BCBS TX BlueChoice PPO) MDLive Telehealth Employer-Paid Short- & Long-Term disability 8 Paid Holidays Employee Morale/Teambuilding events and activities Paid Vacation/Annual Leave Paid Sick Leave Tuition Reimbursement Commuter Benefits Professional Societies and Registrations Fee Reimbursements Term Life / AD&D insurance Cancer and Specified Disease insurance Two retirement plans: 401(k) and an ESOP Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds on occasion The employee must be able to concentrate on details, work under deadline pressures, apply sound logic and judgment, and prioritize tasks and responsibilities Applicants must be legally authorized to work for Huitt-Zollars in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Currently, Huitt-Zollars does not sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.

Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed third-party agreement. Any unsolicited third-party resumes forwarded by recruiters to any Huitt-Zollars hiring manager or employee will be considered public information, may be treated as a direct application from the person identified in the resume, and will not be eligible for placement fee payment to the agency submitting the unsolicited resume. Huitt-Zollars will not pay a fee to a third-party recruiter or agency that