About us

WRA Architects is a Texas and Oklahoma based Architectural Design firm with deep expertise in PreK-12 and Higher Education Facilities, as well as municipal facilities. Our goal is to be the leader in building communities where people flourish. We provide opportunities for Architects and Interior Designers to develop under the guidance of our knowledgeable and experienced staff. 

Why WRA? 

We are a Great place to work, our clients are Raving Fans, and we Love to Design! With over 70 years of experience, our core purpose is to positively influence people’s lives through design. We believe in building an inclusive, diverse firm where different talents, cultures, and generations come together, driving the innovation needed for the next great idea. We have an outstanding benefits package and optional work-from-home Fridays.

Position Summary

The Interior Designer will have the opportunity to be part of a high-level design team leading the clients towards a beautiful and timeless design solution. The Interior Designer is primarily responsible for the entire project. The Interior Designer will collaborate with product vendors and other industry leaders to stay on top of current trends and new materials.  

The ideal candidate will be:

• Flexible, willing and able to focus on multiple projects in various stages of development at one time.
• Passionate about all markets of design and excited to explore new types, sizes and scopes of projects.
• Detail oriented and highly organized; offers excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Able to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Honest and trustworthy, with a positive attitude and friendly demeanor.

Essential Functions:

• Coordinating with the Project Principal, Project Manager, Project Architect, and Design Lead to produce a complete set of Architectural construction documents. 
• Contribute with creation of renderings, animations and other schematic drawings to help communicate with the client the vision of the project.
• Assist with the coordination of consultant information into Architectural drawings. 
• Client Relations - Seek to understand and communicate the unique needs of each client, with internal and external audiences.
• Client Resource - Work with clients and team to connect organizational goals with design of learning spaces. 
• Communication – Effectively communicate design strategies, plans, and results to the department leadership. 
• Adaptability - Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.
• Travel - Regional travel as needed, attendance and participation in related conferences. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Core Values: 

• Community Builders - The first Core Value speaks to our ability to look out for the best interest in others, both within the firm and within the communities we serve. We embrace diversity and inclusivity to form lasting relationships and work towards common goals. We use the term "builders" both literally and figuratively.
• Humble Warriors - This second Core Value speaks to our passion, discipline, resilience, and team spirit. We value fighting for a cause without ego or putting any individual above the team. We push forward with drive and intention for a common purpose, common cause, and common good.
• Mindful Listeners - The third Core Value speaks to our thoughtfulness and client first mindset. Listening and acting intently to achieve our client's vision. Seeks first to understand, then to be understood.

Required/Preferred Advanced Skill:

• Must have a good working sense of form, space, order and context
• Revit
• Microsoft Suite: Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, PowerPoint
• Google Suite
• Ability to work through and present multiple solutions
• Ability to produce and develop a concept
• Collaborate with product vendors and other industry leaders to stay on top of current trends and new material
• Participate in seminars, conventions, and trade shows relevant to Interior Design, Architecture and School Design (NCIDQ, AIA seminars), in order to stay up-to-date on the latest best practices and techniques

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Interior Design or related field from a CIDA accredited college or university required.  
• Up to 4 years of work experience in related field. 
• Portfolio of work and work samples submitted with application and/or interview
• Proven ability to build and maintain partnerships and solid working relationships with key stakeholders at all levels of the organization. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to make formal presentations in front of large audiences as needed. 
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, handle adversity and frequent change, and balance workload with multiple and competing priorities. 
• Customer service focus, with demonstrated experience dealing successfully with front-line internal and external customers