Architectural Designer

Rockwell Group; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Yearly performance reviews

Job summary

Rockwell Group is seeking a full-time Architectural Designer to join our New York office. The role focuses on developing design concepts, documenting architectural designs, and collaborating across disciplines to deliver hospitality-driven spaces.

You will work with Rhino, Revit, and Adobe Creative Cloud to build 3D models and renderings, coordinating with designers and PMs to meet deadlines. Hybrid work is supported according to office policy.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in architecture, interiors, or design.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or design.
• Hospitality design experience is highly preferred.
• Experience with all project phases (Concept through Construction Administration), including built work.
• Strong experience in Rhino, Adobe Creative Cloud, Revit, and AutoCAD.
• Ability to render in V-Ray or Enscape.
• Knowledgeable in materials, finishes, FF&E, and OS&E is preferred, but not required.
• Registered Architects are preferred, but not required.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, ability to meet fast-paced deadlines.
• Enthusiasm for working on multi-disciplinary and highly collaborative teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document design concepts for overall architectural designs and space planning.
• Sketch preliminary designs and produce collaborative 3D models (in Rhino and Revit) reflecting floor plans, RCPs, elevations, and FF&E.
• Create visualizations from Rhino models with post-production in Photoshop.
• Coordinate with project interior designers and project managers to ensure project completion in line with design intent.

Skills

Time management

Detail-oriented

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture or design

Tools

Rhino

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Cloud

V-Ray/Enscape

Photoshop

Job description

Based in New York with offices in Los Angeles and Madrid, Rockwell Group is an interdisciplinary architecture and design firm that emphasizes innovation and thought leadership in every project. Founded in 1984 by David Rockwell, FAIA, the 330-person firm merges performance and architecture to create extraordinary experiences and built environments across the globe. Inspired by theater, technology, and high-end craft, the firm creates a unique narrative for each project, ranging from hospitality to cultural and educational institutions to transportation hubs and Broadway sets.

Role Overview

Rockwell Group is seeking a full-time Architectural Designer to join our office in New York.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document design concepts for overall architectural designs and space planning
• Sketch preliminary designs and produce collaborative 3D models (in Rhino and Revit) that reflect the proposed floor plans, RCPs, elevations, and FF&E
• Create visualization from Rhino models with post-production work in Photoshop
• Coordinate with project interior designers and project managers to ensure project completion in compliance with design intent

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in architecture, interiors, or design
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in architecture or design
• Hospitality design experience is highly preferred
• Experience with all project phases (Concept through Construction Administration), including built work
• Strong experience in Rhino, Adobe Creative Cloud, Revit, and AutoCAD
• Ability to render in V-Ray or Enscape
• Knowledgeable in materials, finishes, millwork design, FF&E, and OS&E is preferred, but not required
• Registered Architects are preferred, but not required
• Strong organizational and time management skills, as well as the ability to meet fast-pace and changing deadlines
• Highly motivated self-starter, with an attention to detail
• Enthusiasm for working on multi-disciplinary and highly collaborative teams

This is a full-time, in-studio position with hybrid/work-from-home flexibility, provided it does not interfere with responsibilities and complies with current office policy outlined in the Rockwell Group Handbook. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience ranging from $85,000 to $125,000 excluding bonuses and other benefits. This is a good faith estimate based on the expectations laid out in the job description. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and yearly performance reviews.

Rockwell Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.