Cruz fulfills the roles of President and Principal in Charge specializing in educational, municipal and community projects. As President, Cruz provides overall firm leadership while working with our clients to ensure that every aspect of the project meets the client's expectations for the design, schedule, and budget.
Cruz is proud to be a part of his hometown and serving of all of West Texas. He is passionate about giving back to the community when called on and supports many local and West Texas non-profit organizations.
Texas Tech University, B.S., Architecture - 2003
Registered Architect, State of Texas - 2009
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Texas Society of Architects
2021 Downtown Odessa Inc. - Legacy Award
2019 United Way of Odessa - Most Improved Campaign
2018 Odessa 40 under 40 Honoree
2017 Heritage of Odessa Community Statesman Award
for Business
2016 Downtown Odessa - Best New Business Award
City of Odessa Building - B. of Appeals / 2011 - Present
Odessa East Rotary (P. Harris Fellow) / 2012 - Present
Odessa Housing F.C. - B. of Director's / 2014 - 2020
Downtown Odessa Inc. - B. of Director's / 2015 - Present
Catholic Charities Odessa - B. of Director's / 2017 - Present
Odessa Arts - Public Art Committee - Chair / 2019 - Present
United Way of Odessa - B. of Director's / 2022 - Present
Odessa Chamber of Commerce / B. of Directors / 22 - Present
Frost Bank Regional Advisory Board 2022 - Present
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Jay has worked in the field of architecture since 1990, gaining experience in various project types including healthcare, educational, religious, commercial and governmental. In addition to his role as Vice President, Jay serves as principal in charge and project architect for a variety of projects for JSA.
Jay serves in leadership at his church – Redeemer Church Midland. He also enjoys travel with his wife, outdoor activities, fly fishing and spending time with his two children and his grandson.
Bachelor of Architecture - 1990
University of Texas at Arlington
Registered Architect, State of Texas - 1995
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Texas Society of Architects
City of Midland - Building and Fire Codes Review Committee