Residential Development Architect

Company Overview

TDJREV LLC is a mission-driven real estate development firm headquartered in Dallas, Texas, committed to creating equitable and sustainable mixed-use communities. Our developments span affordable single-family housing, commercial spaces, and community-serving infrastructure. We are building a team of purpose-driven professionals who are passionate about using real estate as a tool for transformation.

Job Summary

TDJREV is seeking a Residential Development Architect to lead and coordinate architectural design efforts for single-family and small-scale residential communities across the company’s development portfolio. This role bridges design, financial feasibility, and construction execution, ensuring that the residential product is architecturally strong, economically viable, and scalable.

The Residential Development Architect will work closely with Development, Finance, and Construction teams to move projects from concept through entitlement, permitting, and construction administration. The ideal candidate understands how to design a housing product that aligns with underwriting assumptions, cost targets, and long-term portfolio strategy.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead architectural design of single-family homes, cottages, townhomes, and build-to-rent product

· Translate development pro forma assumptions into efficient and market-responsive floor plans

· Develop schematic design, design development, and full construction document packages

· Sign and seal architectural drawings in accordance with Texas regulations

· Coordinate with civil, structural, MEP, landscape, and other consultants

· Support zoning, entitlement, and municipal approval processes

· Prepare and manage permit submissions and respond to jurisdictional comments

· Work closely with Construction leadership to ensure constructability and cost control

· Participate in value engineering efforts to maintain the target cost per square foot

· Develop repeatable residential product lines for multi-phase deployment

· Review shop drawings and respond to RFIs during construction

· Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, energy standards, and accessibility requirements

Required Qualifications

· Registered Architect in the State of Texas in good standing

· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

· Minimum 7 years of experience in residential architecture

· Demonstrated experience producing permit-ready construction documents

· Strong knowledge of wood-frame and light-gauge steel residential construction

· Proficiency in Revit required; familiarity with AutoCAD and Adobe Creative Suite preferred

· Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary consultant teams

· Working knowledge of Texas building codes, zoning, and entitlement processes

Skills and Competencies

· Strong space-planning and housing design capability

· Ability to balance aesthetics, efficiency, and financial constraints

· High attention to detail and documentation quality

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced development environment

· Strategic thinking with a practical execution mindset

· Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Compensation

· Salary Range: $110,000 to $140,000 annually, commensurate with experience

· Bonus: Eligible for performance-based bonus tied to project milestones and company performance

· Long-Term Incentives: Potential participation in project-level incentive structures, subject to executive approval

Benefits

· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage, with $800 semi-monthly cash-in-lieu if medical insurance coverage is waived

· Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, and Disability Insurance are 100% company-paid

· 401(k) Plan with 4% company match

· Eligibility for a company phone line or reimbursement for a personal cellphone

· Hardware package includes a laptop, a laptop bag, a keyboard, a mouse, and monitors

Why TDJREV?

At TDJREV, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. Our team is dedicated to creating value through strategic real estate investments, and we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Join us to be a key player in shaping the future of real estate finance.

TDJREV is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Texas Architectural License. (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dallas, TX 75236