Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, LLP

Archinect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Vacation time & paid holidays

Job summary

Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, LLP in New York, NY is seeking an Intermediate Residential Architect to contribute to highly custom traditional residential projects through all phases of design and documentation, from schematic design to construction administration.

The ideal candidate has 4–10 years of experience, a relevant architecture degree, and strong communication and organizational skills, with an interest in mentorship and future leadership within the firm.

Qualifications

• 4–10 years experience in architecture
• Knowledge of classical & traditional architecture
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Organized, detail oriented, able to meet deadlines
• Collaborative mindset with mentorship interest

Responsibilities

• Prepare design studies and presentation drawings & materials
• Draft and detail construction documents
• Redline and review drawings; site visits
• Coordinate with outside designers, consultants and vendors
• Mentor entry-level staff and contribute to leadership growth

Skills

Self-motivated

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

B.Arch / B.S.Arch / B.A.Arch / M.Arch

Tools

AutoCAD

SketchUp

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop & InDesign)

Job description

Ferguson & Shamamian Architects, LLP – Intermediate Residential Architect – New York, NY, US

Salary: $85,000 - $120,000 annually.

Opportunity: Ferguson & Shamamian Architects is looking for highly motivated and talented Intermediate Architects to join our firm. This position offers the opportunity to work amongst a dedicated team on highly custom traditional residential projects through all phases of design and documentation from schematic design and design development to construction documents and construction administration. Responsibilities include preparing design studies, presentation drawings & materials, drafting and detailing construction documents, redlining and reviewing drawings, site visits, and coordinating with outside designers, consultants, and vendors. The ideal candidate enjoys working collaboratively and methodically with an interest in mentorship & coaching of entry level staff. Candidate should have the aptitude to develop management skills and a desire for personal growth and future leadership roles within their career.

Qualifications

• B.Arch, B.S.Arch, B.A.Arch, or M.Arch minimum required degree
• 4-10 years experience
• Knowledge of and appreciation for classical and traditional architecture
• Self-motivated with solid interpersonal skills to work well both independently and collaboratively
• Resourceful multitasker with good time management skills and ability to work under deadlines
• Highly organized and detail oriented with good problem-solving skills and graphic abilities
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ambitious, creative, versatile, collegial, and curious

Preferred Experience

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Bluebeam, and Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop and InDesign
• Comprehensive design and documentation skills including hand drawing & sketching

Employee Benefits

Ferguson & Shamamian Architects offers a wide array of benefits ranging from competitive insurance packages to educational assistance and initiatives. The following sections briefly describe the benefits that are currently available upon employment at the firm.

Benefits

• Company paid Medical and Dental, plus Vision benefit
• Additional benefits including: Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match plus Profit Sharing
• Vacation time, PTO, and paid holidays
• Regular, bi-annual bonuses, plus sign on bonuses, referral, and spot bonuses
• Salaried position with compensation for overtime

The firm also offers various benefits to support our employee’s professional development and career goals. They include:

• Design Critiques
• Peer Reviews and Lunch & Learn Seminars
• Professional Days and Partial Tuition Reimbursement for Career Enhancing Courses