Beijing, China
Architects
at MAD Architects
MAD architects is seeking architects to join its team in Beijing, China.
MAD is a global firm of talented architects, designers, and creative thinkers dedicated to impacting the experience and understanding of the built space that surrounds us, developing visionary, fluid, and technologically advanced designs that embody a contemporary interpretation of the Eastern affinity for nature. Our team consist of over 100 creative Madders across offices in Beijing, Los Angeles, and Rome, on projects ranging from liveable large-scale urban developments to imaginative civic, cultural, and hospitality buildings of varying scales that endeavor to create a balance between humanity, the city, and the environment.
Current works across Asia, North America and Europe include the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles, the FENIX Museum of Migration in Rotterdam, the Quzhou Sports Park and the Shenzhen Bay Culture Park (all under construction), with the Yiwu Grand Theater and the Jiaxing Civic Center, amongst others, in design.development.
For our growing Beijing office, we are looking for architects of all levels of
experience to join our talented teams on ambitious medium to large scale
projects.
The position:
- you will be involved in the design, architectural, and technical aspects of projects and their graphic representation through the entire design process from concept to construction
- within dedicated teams, you will develop project packages that demonstrate clarity, design sensitivity, and a sound understanding of technical feasibility
- as an integral part of our international practice, you will be contributing actively to the development of MAD
You are the ideal candidate if:
- you are a globally-minded individual with an excellent academic background (bachelor in architecture or equivalent from an internationally recognized architecture school) and an outgoing, proactive and positive attitude
- you have a track record of at least two years’ in depth post-qualification
involvement in leading international architecture firms, as a key contributor to complex large-scale mixed-use, cultural, civic or hospitality projects through all stages of design - you combine strong aesthetic design sensitivity with technical knowledge and are a clear communicator. You articulate your ideas and concepts precisely, comprehensibly and in a graphically engaging way
- you have working knowledge of architectural drawing and detailing, and
demonstrate clear understanding of building systems and materials as well as practice and industry standards and codes - you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, enjoy contributing to your team, are flexible, and able to set priorities in order to deliver accurately and on time
- you are highly skilled in AutoCAD, Rhino and Adobe CS, with a sound working knowledge of Maya and Revit. English fluency is a key requirement, with business level Mandarin and other business level language skills a plus
MAD gives you the opportunity to challenge and develop yourself creatively and technically within our friendly, sociable, supportive and stimulating environment.
We offer long-term prospects to advance your career within our worldwide design network.
Salaries and benefits are competitive and commensurate with your experience.
If working with us in the capacities described above excites you, please email your resume and portfolio (in PDF format, size less than 6MB, with clear indication of your role on every project listed) via the apply for job button below, indicating ‘architect, Beijing’ in your application.
We are looking forward to hearing from you!