Who You Are
You are passionate about the impact of design on people’s lives and thrive on developing architectural solutions to complex problems. You are collaborative by nature and enjoy both teaching and learning from others, understanding that the best design comes from exploration and the exchange of ideas. You are a proactive and creative problem-solver with strong analytical skills, as well as a good communicator who builds strong relationships with colleagues, clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors. And finally, you are committed to the advancement of technology, building performance, and sustainability strategies in design and construction.
We have openings in our New York office for project leaders with a passion for thoughtful, forward-thinking design. The ideal candidates will have:
- Bachelor’s or Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
- 10+ years of New York-based project management experience at an architectural or interior design firm working on large commercial office, mixed-use, civic, academic, cultural, or other complex projects.
- Experience managing project teams, creating project proposals and fees, reviewing contracts and invoices, and interfacing with clients.
- Capable of leading multiple projects independently as well as collaborating on larger-scale projects as part of a team. Ability to balance demands on multiple projects at various stages of development.
- Ability to develop designs with an understanding of building systems, sustainability requirements, accessibility, and code compliance for solutions that are unique and engaging while tailored to the client’s vision and project requirements.
- Strong technical knowledge of Type I, Type II construction, construction detailing, building materials, and systems.
- Experience in LEED documentation and certification, space programming, space planning, workplace strategy, entitlements, planning approvals, and other relevant facets of commercial architecture and planning is desirable.
- Design and documentation experience using Revit required.
- The ideal candidate is a licensed Architect in the State of New York.
Qualities desired to excel in this role include an ability to be facile at problem-solving, strong presentation and communication skills. An aptitude for strong design and an ability to lead teams in a collaborative environment are also sought and valued.
Our base salary compensation for this position, based on experience, ranges from $104,000 to $156,000.
STUDIOS Architecture is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture or Interior Design
- 10+ years of New York-based project management experience
- Experience managing project teams and interfacing with clients
- Strong technical knowledge of construction types and building systems
- Experience in LEED documentation and certification
- Design and documentation experience using Revit
- Licensed Architect in the State of New York
What We Do
STUDIOS is an international design practice. We work with our clients to create built environments that express the essence of their organizations. For each project, we seek to create a great experience in a way that is both pragmatic and inspiring. Our practice is led by 25 principals and is managed in a non-hierarchical way that calls for the highest level of contribution from each of over 300 staff members. We have studios in Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Washington, DC, Paris, and Lyon. Designers are highly collaborative, and strive to continually advance their technical knowledge and expertise; this has resulted in a practice that capitalizes on the collective intelligence of all individuals and studios.
