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Zekelman Industries

Site Architectural Manager

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Zekelman Industries

Leading manufacturer of steel pipe and tubular products, serving diverse industries.

Lead site architecture, coordinating design, permitting, and construction for multifamily projects.
26 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Austin, TX
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Welding
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Modular Building Solutions
Electrical Conduit
Fire Sprinkler Pipe
Galvanized Mechanical Tubing
Role

Description

contract management
submittal review
design milestones
construction administration
value engineering
site visits
  • Maintains and tracks AOR/EOR agreements, amendments, and deliverables to ensure contractual alignment.
  • Reviews submittals, shop drawings, and samples for conformance with contract documents and codes.
  • Develops site plan studies to support land acquisition decisions and third-party sales opportunities.
  • Builds and mentors the architectural site support team as project volume grows.
  • Establishes page-turn workflows with design consultants prior to construction to surface gaps and conflicts.
  • Manages design milestones, deliverables, and approvals to meet project schedules and budgets.
  • Oversees construction administration across concurrent projects, aligning responses with design intent.
  • Leads value-engineering analyses to balance performance, cost, and constructability.
  • Leads OAC coordination for multiple projects, setting agendas, documenting decisions, and driving action items.
  • Reviews architectural, structural, and MEP drawings for constructability and modular integration.
  • Conducts regular site visits to verify installation quality, with emphasis on MEP coordination, envelope details, life-safety systems, and unit layouts.
  • Supports inspections, code compliance reviews, punchlist close-out, and turnover documentation.
  • Coordinates entitlement and permitting by interfacing with jurisdictional authorities and design consultants to maintain timelines.
  • Coordinates foundation scanning and verification to confirm field conditions align with modular unit interfaces.
  • Reviews PAD documents and local ordinances to confirm site compliance and development feasibility.

Requirements

architecture degree
architectural licensure
15+ years
building codes
procore
revit
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture; Architectural Licensure (RA) preferred.
  • Able to travel approximately 40% (local and long distance between Austin and Phoenix); adheres to PPE and on-site safety protocols.
  • 15+ years of architectural experience with substantial construction administration and land-planning exposure in multifamily residential.
  • Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship.
  • Exhibits strong communication, documentation, organization, and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Deep knowledge of building systems, assemblies, and multifamily codes, including IBC, FHA accessibility, NFPA, and applicable energy codes.
  • Demonstrates expertise reading and coordinating architectural, structural, and MEP construction documents.
  • Proficient in Procore, Bluebeam Studio, and/or Newforma; working knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD.

Benefits

  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
  • Employee Loyalty Awards
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • 401(k) with Company Match

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

  • candidate must be legally authorized to work in the u.s. without current or future sponsorship.

Security clearance

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Company

Overview

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  • resource-experience-diverse-industries
  • resource-manufacturing-facilities
  • resource-innovation-global-markets
  • resource-quality-reliability
  • resource-advanced-technology
  • resource-future-manufacturing

Culture + Values

90 Days
Career Development Timeline
Employees transition from a red hat to a green hat status within their first 90 days, signifying growth and readiness for advanced responsibilities.
  • Integrity
  • Never Stand Still
  • People First
  • Great Isn’t Easy
  • No Short Cuts
  • Value Over Cost
  • A team-driven environment where people work together like a family
  • Open-door policy and open and honest communication with leadership
  • Support for individual growth and career development
  • Involvement in team committees and direct feedback loops with senior leaders
  • Incentive bonuses tied to performance
  • Receptive to new ideas, exchanging different points of view

Environment + Sustainability

$200+ million
Investment in Sustainable Facilities
Invested over $200 million in modernizing manufacturing facilities with a focus on automation, hot-dip galvanization, and environmental friendliness.
11.3 million metric tons
CO₂ Emissions Reduction Potential
U.S. domestic steel production could reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 11.3 million metric tons annually by replacing steel imports.
13%
Emissions Reduction Share
This reduction represents 13% of the U.S. steel industry's total emissions.
  • Claim facilities are among the cleanest steel manufacturers with the lowest CO₂ emissions in the world
  • Domestic manufacturing reduces reliance on overseas shipping, avoiding increased pollution from long-distance transport
  • Continuous investments focused on producing more sustainably via facility modernization, automated warehouses, loading cranes, and expanded galvanization

Inclusion & Diversity

72% Employee Approval
Employee Approval of CEO
72% of employees approve of the company's CEO, reflecting a positive sentiment among the workforce.
Gender Distribution
Employee Ratings by Gender
Women gave an average rating of 3.0 stars, while men gave an average rating of 2.3 stars on Glassdoor reviews.
3.4 Stars Diversity Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Rating
The company received a 3.4-star rating for Diversity & Inclusion on Glassdoor, reflecting employee sentiment on this topic.
  • No specific internal DEI strategic goals disclosed publicly
  • No reported gender-based hiring or promotion targets
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Site Architectural Manager at Zekelman Industries in Austin, TX