Groundup Architectural Designer — From Concept to Construction

Archinect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fogarty Finger seeks an Intermediate Designer for its Groundup Architecture studio in New York. You will collaborate with senior staff across schematic design to construction administration, balancing technical rigor with design sensitivity.

The role emphasizes clear communication, organization, and proactive problem-solving, with real responsibilities and a path toward greater project ownership.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution.
• 3–7 years of relevant professional experience at a similar architecture firm.
• Experience across a range of project types, including multifamily residential and commercial groundup, and affordable housing.
• Ability to translate design concepts into constructible, real-world solutions.
• Solid understanding of building systems, materials, and construction methods.
• Working knowledge of NYC building codes, zoning, ADA requirements, and other applicable standards.
• Demonstrated experience producing construction documentation, including CD packages and permit sets.
• Ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with consultants, clients, and contractors.
• Experience running a project from initial concept through CA.
• Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to present confidently in both internal and client-facing settings.
• Proficiency in Revit required; working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering programs (Rhino, SketchUp, Enscape, or V-Ray) preferred
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Hardworking, detail-oriented, and independently motivated, with strong problem-solving skills
• Active pursuit of architectural licensure (ARE) preferred
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Participate in design reviews across all project phases, contributing to the development and advancement of design intent.
• Develop technical solutions and construction details in close collaboration with the design team.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, ADA requirements, and other regulatory standards throughout all documentation phases.
• Prepare drawing sets and 3D models in Revit in accordance with FF’s documentation and BIM standards.
• Coordinate consultants’ drawings, deliverables, and schedules during DD, CD, and CA phases.
• Provide CA responsibilities, including field coordination with trades and consultants, site surveys, shop drawing and submittal review, RFIs, and construction sketches.
• Manage multiple tasks and schedules across concurrent projects with competing deadlines.
• Proactively identify potential issues, document concerns clearly, elevate to senior team members, and propose resolutions.

Skills

Design coordination

Communication

Problem-solving

Organization

Design development

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Rhino

SketchUp

Enscape

V-Ray

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Fogarty Finger seeks an Intermediate Designer for its Groundup Architecture studio in New York. You will collaborate with senior staff across schematic design to construction administration, balancing technical rigor with design sensitivity.

The role emphasizes clear communication, organization, and proactive problem-solving, with real responsibilities and a path toward greater project ownership.