Project Architect Workplace

Perkins&Will New York studio is looking for a Project Architect with 8-10 years of experience and sound business acumen to join our growing interiors practice! We are looking for someone who is a champion of the design process technically excellent with Revit and 3D software expertise and with design build experience. This technical leader will collaborate with and lead the consultant and project teams to successful outcomes for our clients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project responsibility for planning development and execution of technical documentation which may include interpreting organizing and coordinating project team assignments.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

DESIGN & TECHNICAL

• Works in tandem with designers to coordinate design development and construction documents.
• Responds to the technical implications of design decisions.
• Facilitates firm and project goals of excellence in design execution and sustainability.
• Directs production of schematic design development and construction documents in collaboration with Project Managers.
• Coordinates project documentation execution construction plans and details ensuring quality control and completion.
• Maintains awareness of evolving building technology and systems.
• Coordinates engineering systems relevant to projects.
• Reviews shop drawings material samples and CD for conformance with design.
• Conducts and documents field observations to monitor the progress of construction.
• Performs construction administration duties (e.g. RFIs RFPs change orders etc.).
• Prepares reports and specifications; reviews completed reports plans cost estimates and calculations.
• Executes applicable agency review analysis (accessibility zoning life-safety etc.).
• Ensures tasks are completed according to the Perkins&Will standards.

MANAGEMENT

• May establish architectural budgets task schedules and other components of the project work plan with the Project Managers.
• Directs or coordinates the production of construction documents drawings and specifications in compliance with project scope schedule and cost.
• Implements meeting objectives facilitates meetings and provides documentation in collaboration with the Project Managers.
• May participate in marketing and client presentations.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Professional degree in architecture
• 8-10 years of experience in architecture with a focus on interiors/workplace architecture
• Licensed architect in the United States
• LEED AP or within 6 months of hire
• Demonstrates collaborative and professional work ethic.
• Experienced in all phases of project design construction documentation production and construction materials.
• Familiar with building codes specifications building and engineering systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills including client presentation skills.
• Strong passion for working relationships with clients and consultants building relationships and expanding the practice.
• Ability to apply Revit and interpret and review Revit drawings

All portfolios shall include sample construction document sets with examples of direct involvement of the production of such. To apply for the Project Architect role you must be a licensed architect in the US.

Our Offerings

At Perkins&Will we are committed to supporting the well-being and growth of our team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Wellness programs and mental health support
• Short- and long-term disability (STD/LTD)
• Life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off (PTO)

Our employee experience is enriched by a hybrid and flexible work environment enabled by advanced technology and collaborative tools. Our hybrid model will empower you to balance your life and work commitments.

We also provide:

• A professional development stipend and dedicated time for continuing education
• Performance-based bonuses
• Engaging studio initiatives and events
• Active firmwide affinity groups and leadership development opportunities

Above all our culture is grounded in a firmwide commitment toJustice Equity Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI)a core foundation of everything we do.

Salary Range Information

We foster a culture that is diverse and inclusive and strive for pay practices that are fair and competitive and reflect our commitment to pay equity. Our compensation decisions include but are not limited to a candidates qualifications including skill sets education experience and training licensure and certifications credentials if applicable and business-related factors. This practice extends to all employees including performance considerations for merit increases job promotions and transfer opportunities. We additionally review our pay practices conduct pay equity audits and ensure our managers are trained in our pay practices on an annual basis. At the time of posting this job advertisement the annual pay salary range for this position in New York is between $97500 and $129900 commensurate with qualifications.

Justice Equity Diversity & Inclusion

At Perkins&Will we believe that inclusion spurs creativity and that innovation is born from an engaged culture of diverse people ideas.âBy moving beyond barriers and stereotypes of gender race color religion national origin ancestry age medical condition disability sexual orientation gender identity veteran status; we are committed to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the communities and clients we serve.â

Design has the power to inspire joy uplift lives and strengthen the spirit of community.

*Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Perkins&Will has established and adopted an Equal Employment Opportunity Employment policy (EEO) which is part of the Companys Human Resources Policy. The purpose of this EEO policy is to ensure that all employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis and without regard to sex race color age national origin religion disability genetic information marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression gender reassignment citizenship pregnancy or maternity veteran status or any other status protected by applicable national federal state or local some cases local laws and regulations may provide greater protections than those outlined here and employees will be covered by the laws of their local jurisdiction.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

Perkins&Will will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information.