Project Architect is a project leadership position with responsibility for architectural design and technical production of projects.
Job responsibilities:
- Lead/assists a project team in development of the aesthetic and technical design and the preparation of architectural design and construction documents including drawings and specifications.
- Collaborates with or serves as the Project Designer for the design of the project.
- Develops, checks and coordinates technical aspects of the design of a project.
- Leads in organizing the drawing, BIM modeling efforts.
- Prepares the project code review.
- Coordinates the work of Consultants.
- Meets with client.
- Supervises assigned staff.
- Mentors junior staff.
- Follows established standards for project production and review.
- Keeps Project Manager and Principal in Charge informed of progress or need for assistance.
Key skills:
- Bachelor or Master degree in Architecture is required.
- Minimum 7 to 10 years’ with Healthcare, Education or Mixed Use experience a plus.
- Strong organization, communication, technical and graphic skills.
- Demonstrated experience in and readiness to lead the technical details of projects.
- Proficient with computer-assisted design software such as Revit AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, In-design; 3D software such as Sketchup.
- Proficient with other data management software such as Word and Excel.
- License required.
If you would like to join a dynamic, energized, innovative and collaborative environment, where your ideas will be heard and your skills challenged, send your cover letter, resume and salary history as one file (Adobe PDF preferred but Word is acceptable) to email with "Project Architect II - 8 to 10 - Your Name" in the subject line. No phone calls please. Perkins Eastman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the Federal E-Verify program.
Laguarda.Low Architects is seeking talented and creative intermediate designers with 3-5+ years experience to fulfill the role of Project Designers. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative studio environment on a variety of international and domestic projects. Founded in Dallas, TX in 2000 by architects with many years of collective experience and a passion for design and the creative process, Laguarda.Low is an international practice that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of our practice and the market. In our 13 years of practice, we have worked on over 500 projects in more than 25 countries in Europe, Asia, and South America, as well as in the United States. Principal offices are located in New York, NY and Dallas, TX. Additional offices are located in Beijing, China and Tokyo, Japan.
Candidates for the Project Designer position must exhibit a strong design vocabulary, as well as an ability to contribute to an energetic, fast-paced creative process to develop innovative design solutions. All candidates must have well-rounded experience in architecture, with particular focus on design from programming to material selection and detailing. Strong graphic and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work in a team environment, are also critical.
Specific qualifications involve:
- Accredited Professional or Graduate degree in Architecture with at least 3-5 years professional experience.
- Extensive knowledge of 3D modeling, presentation and design software: Sketchup, Rhino, 3D studio Max, AutoCAD, and Photoshop are key.
- Experience working on complex projects with multiple variables in a variety of environments.
- Skilled at multitasking and working toward multiple deadlines.
- Competence in working with a fast-paced, collaborative design environment.
- Ability to work under a Lead Designer to complete and augment an overall design direction.
- Willingness to travel internationally.
All candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and at least 3 examples of design work that best illustrates the candidates design ability (either professional or academic) to email with "Project Designer-Your Name-NY" in the subject line. Please send all items as attachments to the email in .PDF format. The total size of your email should not exceed 3MB. Please do not send disks or hard copies, and please no phone calls or drop-in inquiries. Only fully qualified candidates should apply.
Salary commensurate with the education level completed, professional experience, and demonstrated knowledge. Full benefit package included. Equal-opportunity employer.