New York, USA
Senior architect
at ODOS Architects
ODOS Architects is searching for a senior architect to join its practice in New York, USA.
ODOS Architects New York are hiring!
Our projects in New York and Los Angeles have continued to provide an extraordinary context for our cutting-edge design and development in the US and abroad, where we look to grow our teams of talented designers and architects.
Senior architect
Location: New York, NY, USA
Desired starting dates: February/March, 2019
ODOS Architects is looking for a talented and experienced NYS-registered architect to lead our growing office as well as a number of exciting new projects through a studio team.
Job description:
With an expanding international clientele, the candidate will join an experienced, creative office to lead the overall design and delivery of exciting, luxury, contemporary and often unconventional projects from inception through to development and construction. We are looking for an individual who is creative and inspiring and who enjoys design, showing initiative and leadership. Considered applicants must have a high level of experience in interiors and expertise in directing multiple project teams. Candidates are offered a creative working environment with room for professional growth. Immediate start based in New York, attractive salary package for the right individual.
Your role
As a studio team leader and key member of the practice, you will work very closely with the design director in the overseeing of designers, architects and project managers while often presenting to consultants and of course, clients. You will work in a highly design focused environment and have the opportunity to be involved in the evolution of developments across the US.
Your responsibilities:
- lead the client interface, design and detail design of multiple projects
- direct multiple project teams in design, development and delivery
- guide and manage junior members of the team and their output
- work collaboratively with technical consultants, project managers, engineers and other stakeholders
- develop and oversee the production of 2D and 3D drawings for internal and client presentations
- manage the production of feasibility studies including the space planning and layouts of public and private areas in line with client and regulatory requirements
- drive the conceptual design of both urban and rural schemes at all scales, articulating the justification of their form while demonstrating their functionality and cost-efficiency
You should be:
- a NYS registered architect
- a creative problem solver
- extremely talented in the design and management of architectural projects with a mixed portfolio of work across different sectors
- able to demonstrate exceptional levels of design ability and be able to sketch ideas to a high level
- highly enthusiastic about cutting-edge design and have a ‘design-led’ approach when making decisions
- experienced in high end projects with fine details is advantageous
- able to articulate your ideas with hand drawings and 3D and/or physical modelling
- experienced in detail design, documentation and procurement
- proactive and energetic
You should have:
- five to ten years’ experience working post licensure/qualification
- significant site experience and familiarity with the relevant NYC DOB submittals/permits
- experience of contract administration
- high level of interiors experience
- excellent, up-to-date knowledge of NYC building codes
- great organisational skills
- an ability to multi task and manage projects at various work stages
- strong communication skills and be confident facing clients and contractors
- proven experience designing and delivering built projects
- proficiency of working with Vectorworks, SketchUp and Adobe Suite are favourable
- LEED accreditation beneficial
How to apply
Please send your resume/CV, samples and cover letter to state why you are interested in this role. Please make sure the portfolio you have submitted is a true reflection of your experience and skills as we value greatly how you curate your own work.
ODOS Architects have a number of studios that bring together craft, design, architecture, and strategic thinking together in a single workspace.
Please submit applications using the ‘apply’ link below.