Corporate Interiors Project Architect III

Perkins Eastman; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkins Eastman in New York, NY seeks a Corporate Interiors Project Architect III to lead technical design and production of construction documents for interior projects. You will oversee BIM workflows, coordinate with engineers and clients, and support project delivery from inception to closeout.

The role requires a Bachelor or Master in Architecture or Interior Design, 10+ years’ workplace interiors experience, strong communication, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and related tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant Workplace Interiors experience.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with others.
• Proficiency with Revit, AutoCAD; familiarity with 3D design software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform site surveys and document existing conditions to support project planning and design development.
• Conduct architectural code reviews to ensure compliance with building codes and project requirements.
• Prepare work plans for design and technical teams.
• Act as BIM lead and BIM manager and create Revit models for project inception.
• Prepare construction documents, technical drawings, and project specifications for all phases.
• Coordinate project documentation with engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors.
• Conduct QA/QC reviews to verify design intent and code compliance.
• Attend construction and coordination meetings and respond to RFIs.
• Perform construction administration including site visits and field observations.
• Review shop drawings and submittals for conformance with design intent.
• Prepare punch lists and verify completion during closeout.
• Mentor junior staff and support their development.

Skills

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture or Interior Design

NCIDQ or RA accreditation

LEED AP ID+C accreditation preferred

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

3ds Max

SketchUp

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

PowerPoint

Job description

Corporate Interiors Project Architect III

Department: New York Studio 14

Location: New York, NY

Job ID: 1829

Salary: $110000 - $125000 Per Year

Employee Referral Bonus: Employee Referral Eligible

Life at PE:

Perkins Eastman is a global architectural design practice with expertise in all aspects of the built environment, working at all scales, and at every level of detail. With studios in 26 locations worldwide, we design for people, to leave a lasting and positive impact on the human experience and the world we inhabit. This is captured in our ethos "human by design".

We believe design is a collaborative art and we are structured as an integrated practice of passionate professionals committed to delivering the best design for our clients. Our team of diverse and complementary talents work together in studios, that can draw from relevant expertise and points of view from across the whole practice to analyze and solve the specific design challenges they are working on. Within the firm we have 18 practice areas, cores of expertise, that focus as centers of knowledge and analysis, that are both an essential foundation and fuel for the creative design work. Sustainability is intrinsic to our design approach. It is an essential ingredient for the design teams throughout the process, adding valuable insights, ideas, and research to the process. For us all good design is sustainable.

The Opportunity:

Workplace Interiors – Project Architect has overall responsibility for site visits and code reviews and QA/QC. Project Architect will also be responsible for the technical production of design and construction documents. We are seeking an individual with strong technical and communication skills working within the design team to create exemplary interiors to suit clients’ and users’ needs. Assist the Project Manager and Design Lead with projects from inception through completion including all design phases, client interaction, schedule and financial performance. A self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills are essential.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform site surveys and document existing conditions to support project planning and design development.
• Conduct architectural code reviews to ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and project requirements.
• Prepare work plans for the design and technical teams
• Act as a BIM lead and BIM manager and creation of Revit models for project inception
• Prepare construction documents, technical drawings, and project specifications for all phases of design and construction.
• Coordinate project documentation with engineers, consultants, contractors, and vendors to ensure accuracy, consistency, and integration across disciplines.
• Conduct and perform QA/QC reviews of project documents to verify design intent, code compliance, completeness, constructability, and overall accuracy of drawing sets and specifications.
• Attend construction and project coordination meetings, responds to Requests for Information (RFIs) and issue addenda as required.
• Perform construction administration services, including regular site visits, field observations, and preparation of site reports.
• Review shop drawings, product submittals, and material samples for conformance with project requirements and design intent.
• Prepare punch lists and verify completion of corrective work during project closeout.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior staff, supporting their professional development and project execution responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor or Master Degree in Architecture or Interior Design.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant Workplace Interiors experience
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• The ability to work effectively with others in a challenging fast paced work environment.
• Strong knowledge of building codes.
• Ability to research, develop and effectively communicate technical requirements to clients, consultants and the design teams
• Ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• High Proficiency with Revit, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD required. Proficiency with 3D Max, Sketch-up, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, PowerPoint, and other related design software a plus
• NCIDQ or RA accreditation required.
• LEED AP ID+C accreditation preferred.
• Works collaboratively in team environments and exhibits flexibility.

PE has a hybrid policy that allows flexibility for our employees in managing their working days and hours to cater to their diverse needs.

Compensation may vary based on the job level and your geographical work location.

Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000

Perkins Eastman is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and a participant in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.