New York, USA
Technical architect
at Shadow Architects
Shadow Architects is hiring a technical architect to join its team in New York, USA.
Shadow Architects is a New York City-based architecture and design studio working on retail, office, restaurant and high-end residential work. As the firm grows, we are looking to establish and fill the position of technical architect to work alongside the firm principal, project managers, and junior staff.
Candidates should be passionate about architecture and construction, dedicated, personable and confident dealing with co-workers of varying experience levels. Responsibilities will include technical review and red-lining of project documentation, code research, building and city filings, assistance with office administration, occasional project construction administration, and general office support. Day-to-day, this is not a client facing position.
Our Flatiron based studio has a tight-knit team of designers, a casual but focused work environment, and offers a competitive salary/benefits package.
Requirements:
- must have minimum ten years’ post-education work experience with at least half that time working for a NYC based architecture or interior design firm. Please do not apply if otherwise
- salary commensurate with experience
- BArch or MArch degree is required as well as wide knowledge of NYC construction, building codes, and NYC building department filing protocols
- excellent technical, organization, and communications skills required. Attention to detail is a must
- the office is Mac-based and knowledge of Vectorworks is a plus
- must have desire to be involved and support project managers and principal with all aspects of a project, from initial site investigation through construction, as well as the day-to-day operations of a small design firm
- must be an US resident or be authorized for work in the U.S. and based in NYC, for in-office engagement
If you meet these qualifications, please send your resume, cover letter, and construction document or project work samples with the subject ‘technical director’ to the email listed.