Project Designer Jobs in Texas

Project Designer jobs in Texas are in strong demand, concentrated in architecture, interior design, engineering, and construction sectors, with openings at every level from entry-level drafters to senior lead designers. The largest hiring metros are Houston, Dallas, and Austin, where firms like Jacobs Engineering, Gensler, and HDR maintain significant Texas operations. In-demand specialties include commercial interiors, industrial facility design, and infrastructure project coordination. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles35+
Top employerDLR
Top cityAustin, TX
Cities hiring11
Work type86% On-site
Top industryConstruction

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Introba
Baggage Handling Project Designer
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Baggage Handling Project Designer
Introba
Irving, Texas
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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DLR Group
Senior Project Designer
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DLR Group
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Senior Project Designer
DLR Group
Houston, Texas
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Project Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Convergint
Project Designer
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Project Designer
Convergint
Carrollton, Texas
Project & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Cushman & Wakefield
Project Designer
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Project Designer
Cushman & Wakefield
Austin, Texas
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Creative & Design
$47k - $55k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
Electrical Project Designer
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Electrical Project Designer
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.
Austin, Texas
Electrical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Associate's

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Project Designer Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Austin
12 jobs
Dallas
7 jobs
Houston
7 jobs
Fort Worth
2 jobs
Addison
1 jobs
Arlington
1 jobs
Carrollton
1 jobs
Irving
1 jobs
Richardson
1 jobs

Project Designer Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • DLR
    DLR5
  • Affiliated Engineers
    Affiliated Engineers4
  • Amazon
    Amazon4
  • CHA Consulting
    CHA Consulting2
  • HDR
    HDR2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Construction & Real Estate14
  • Consulting & Professional Services13
  • Airlines1
  • Healthcare & Medical Services1
  • Hospitality & Tourism1

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project designer jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, engineering, or a related design field
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD, Revit, or similar design platforms
  • Experience managing project timelines, budgets, and coordination with contractors or clients
  • Knowledge of Texas building codes, ADA compliance standards, and local permitting processes
  • Strong portfolio demonstrating completed commercial, residential, or industrial design projects
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional team collaboration

Project Designer Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project designer in Texas?

Most project designer roles in Texas require a bachelor's degree in architecture, interior design, or engineering from an accredited program. Designers pursuing architecture licensure register through the Texas Board of Architectural Examiners and complete the Architect Registration Examination. Interior designers seeking the Registered Interior Designer credential do the same through that board. Many employers also value NCIDQ certification for interior-focused roles, and building a strong portfolio of completed projects is essential regardless of the specific path.

How much do project designers make in Texas?

Project designers in Texas earn a median of about $79,380 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $52,000 for the lowest 10% to over $106,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire project designers in Texas?

Employers hiring project designers in Texas right now include DLR, Affiliated Engineers, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large concentration of energy, healthcare, and commercial real estate development sustains consistent demand for project designers across both large firms and regional studios.

Which Texas cities have the most project designer jobs?

Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the most project designer openings in Texas. Houston's energy and medical campus development drives heavy demand, Dallas anchors a dense commercial construction and corporate interior market, and Austin's rapid tech-sector and mixed-use development growth has made it one of the state's fastest-expanding markets for design talent.

Are there remote project designer jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're less common than in purely analytical fields, since project designers often need to coordinate on-site visits, review physical samples, and meet with contractors. About 14% of project designer openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with remote work most accessible during the schematic and design development phases of a project.

How can I get hired as a project designer in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a junior designer or design coordinator role at a mid-size Texas architecture or interiors firm, where you will work under licensed professionals on active projects. Large Texas employers like Jacobs Engineering and HDR run structured graduate development programs for recent graduates. Moving laterally from a CAD technician, project coordinator, or specification writer role is also a recognized path. Completing your NCIDQ internship hours or NCARB Architectural Experience Program requirements while employed strengthens your candidacy significantly.

Where can I find and apply to project designer jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to project designer jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings across architecture, interior design, engineering, and construction firms. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly.

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