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Kirksey Architecture

Senior Designer

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Kirksey Architecture
A Texas‑based architecture firm designing high‑performance, healthy buildings globally.
Senior Designer leading design process across various project types in Austin office.
6d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Austin, TX
Office Full-Time
Company Size
200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Branding
Construction Administration
Graphic Design
Green Consulting
Industrial Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
Rendering
Sector Specialisms
Brand Integration
Collegiate
Commercial
Community
Government
Healthcare
Hospitality
Interior Architecture
Role
What you would be doing
design leadership
project management
team collaboration
business development
rfp response
marketing research
  • Actively participate in design discourse.
  • Collaborating with other designers, team members, and consultants.
  • Actively participating in business development efforts.
  • Manages time and workload of own work efforts and those of others to meet project task deadlines and commitments.
  • Leading the design process and involvement at all project stages.
  • Marketing design and research efforts of the firm.
  • Leading project pursuits and responding to RFP responses.
What you bring
architecture degree
registration
revit
adobe suite
3d modeling
10+ years
  • Professional degree in Architecture
  • Familiarity with Austin code and design guideline requirements preferred
  • 10+ years of relevant experience preferred
  • Excellent collaboration, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Outstanding design sensibility and graphic ability.
  • Proficient in 3D modeling, Revit, and Adobe Suite.
  • Demonstrates an experienced understanding of building materials, systems, codes, and technical strategies to enrich design solutions.
  • Excellent Organizational skills and ability to manage several projects in design.
  • Registration strongly preferred
Benefits
Information not given or found
Training + Development
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Company
Overview
1971 Founded
Year of establishment
The company was started in 1971 in a Houston attic by John Kirksey.
2018 Austin
Opened Austin Office
The firm expanded to Austin in 2018, establishing a new office location.
Dallas 2022
Merged with th+a
The firm expanded its Texas presence by merging with th+a in 2022.
27M sq ft
Sustainability footprint
The firm has delivered over 27 million square feet of LEED-certified projects.
  • In a Houston attic, the firm began as a scrappy startup and has since grown into a multi-specialist architecture practice headquartered on a LEED-certified campus.
  • Over decades, it has pioneered healthy-building design, earning recognition for energy-efficient, resource-smart projects across commercial, educational, lab, residential, and hospitality sectors.
  • The firm now operates offices in Houston, Austin, and Dallas, expanding its Texas footprint and service reach.
  • Its portfolio includes award-winning projects like LEED-Silver SpawGlass HQ, university buildings, mixed-use high-rises, and senior-living communities through acquisitions like House+Partners.
  • Specialist groups serve sectors including hospitality, education (PK-12 and higher ed), labs and mission-critical facilities, residential, commercial offices, and senior living.
  • Notably, it has delivered Houston’s first LEED-CI and existing-building certifications—a testament to its sustainability leadership.
Culture + Values
  • We greatly value each other, our clients, our community, and our earth.
  • We value great design, environmental stewardship, diversity, and most of all, our employees.
  • We support individual initiatives and ambition—empowerment, freedom, and entrepreneurial spirit support long‑term careers at Kirksey.
  • We believe it is our responsibility to design high‑performing, healthy buildings that positively impact the people, environment, and communities they serve.
Environment + Sustainability
Carbon‑neutral by 2030
Company-wide commitment to sustainability
Committed to achieving carbon‑neutrality for all new buildings and major renovations by 2030.
22% energy savings
LEED portfolio results
Average energy savings across LEED-certified projects.
75% construction waste diverted
Sustainable practices in construction
Significant reduction in construction waste through sustainable practices.
Carbon‑neutral since 2018
Operational sustainability milestone
Operates as a carbon‑neutral company since 2018.
  • Signatory of the AIA 2030 Commitment since 2013, tracking predicted energy performance across projects.
  • Basic Green imperative: internal framework prescribing a minimum sustainability standard for all projects.
  • Sustainability & Building Performance team delivered over 130 LEED certified projects totaling more than 38 million sq ft.
  • Designed Houston firsts: first LEED for Existing Buildings, first LEED Platinum for Existing Buildings in Gulf Coast, first LEED Core & Shell and Commercial Interiors certifications.
  • EcoServices team since 2002: over 89 LEED certified projects across 6 systems, >29 million sq ft; first Houston‑based LEED Proven Provider.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Culture explicitly values diversity alongside great design, environmental stewardship, and employees.
  • Austin and Houston offices emphasize leadership connecting as humans before employees to build trust.
  • Empowerment, freedom, and entrepreneurial spirit support long-term careers and individual development.
  • Fun-focused activities, such as chili cook-offs and salsa showdowns, foster team connection and culture.
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