Architect II

Are you a skilled architect with a passion for designing complex projects and driving collaborative success? TxDOT's Support Services Division is seeking an Architect II to join our Facilities Planning & Management team. In this role, you'll lead the design and execution of TxDOT buildings and structures, working independently and guiding design teams through all phases of architectural projects. You'll be responsible for preparing and reviewing drawings and specifications, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and TxDOT policies. This position also emphasizes sustainable design strategies, along with issue resolution all while maintaining clear communication and accountability across all phases of development. If you're proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to make a meaningful impact on infrastructure across Texas, we invite you to apply and help shape the future of our facilities.

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Must be registered as an Architect by the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners.   

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures

• Architectural fundamentals and applications
• Construction drawings and estimating
• Facility planning, design and site development
• Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines and specification codes

• Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements

• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused
• Monitoring the status and progress of projects
• Prioritizing projects/workload and meeting deadlines
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing. 

*Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information