Graduate Architectural Designer (Available 2027)

Arup

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 87,000

Full time

44 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing
401(k) match

Job summary

Arup in New York is seeking a Graduate Architectural Designer who recently graduated in architecture to contribute to design development and documentation. You will work with colleagues across disciplines, preparing drawings, models and renderings using Revit, Rhino and the Adobe suite.

A strong portfolio is required and eligibility to work in the United States is assumed. The role offers exposure to a wide range of projects in a collaborative, inclusive environment, with opportunities to grow

Qualifications

  • Completed degree in architecture (M.Arch or B.Arch.) from an accredited school.
  • Working towards professional licensure with NCARB, OAA, or OAQ.
  • Please submit your portfolio with your application.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and develop drawings, models, images and other design documents.
  • Produce architectural designs using Revit, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite and related tools.
  • Handle project and team administration duties.
  • Create visualizations and renderings for proposals and presentations.
  • Produce project-related correspondence and reports.
  • Collaborate with architectural colleagues and other professionals.
  • Coordinate work with other disciplines.

Skills

Visualization
Attention to detail
Creative thinking

Education

M.Arch or B.Arch.

Tools

Revit
Rhino
Grasshopper
Adobe Creative Suite
Autocad
MicroStation

Job description

Graduate Architectural Designer

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The opportunity
  • Preparing and developing drawings, models, images and other documents relating to the design
  • Producing architectural designs and/or work with other designers to develop designs using relevant architectural software including Revit, Rhino, Adobe Creative Suite (Grasshopper, MicroStation and / or Autocad are a bonus)
  • Project and team administration duties
  • Visualization and rendering skills
  • Producing project related correspondence and reports
  • Working directly with architectural colleagues and other professionals
  • Co-ordinating work with other disciplines
Is this role right for you?
  • Completed a degree program architecture (i.e., M.Arch or B.Arch.) from an accredited school of architecture.
  • Working towards professional licensure as an Architect with a Canadian or US architectural association (i.e., NCARB, OAA,OAQ).
  • Please submit your portfolio along with your application.
  • Candidate must be eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future
  • No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role
  • Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.
Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;
  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.
  • Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.
What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

We take an approach to flexible working that supports the diversity and wellbeing of our members.

Benefits at Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

New York Hiring Range -

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in New York is $79,500 to $86,500 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of New York will differ.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please contact your recruiter to let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

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