Intermediate Architect: Design Lead & Mentorship

Archinect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental benefits

401(k) with employer match

Licensure support & CE

Open studio culture

Direct access to leadership

Job summary

S9 Architecture in New York City is seeking an Intermediate Designer to shape architectural ideas across diverse scales. The role centers on concept refinement, collaborative design, and guiding junior designers within an open, dialogue-driven studio.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in design-forward studios, strong judgment, and a deep interest in contextual architecture. The position offers growth in design leadership and a studio culture that values mentoring and rigorous craft.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in design-forward architecture studios.
• Strong critique, collaboration, and craft culture.
• Ability to develop concepts across project phases.
• Urban context, zoning, massing, and architectural systems understanding.
• Excellent verbal, graphic, and visual communication.
• Willingness to mentor others within a studio.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead design exploration across multiple scales and project types.
• Guide projects alongside junior designers and principals.
• Coordinate design development to preserve design intent.
• Mentor junior designers through critique and guidance.
• Participate in studio reviews and ongoing design dialogue.
• Contribute to a culture of design excellence and planning.

Skills

Design exploration

Mentorship

Collaboration

Concept development

Urban context & zoning

Communication skills

Regulatory constraints

Leadership

US work authorization

Job description

S9 Architecture in New York City is seeking an Intermediate Designer to shape architectural ideas across diverse scales. The role centers on concept refinement, collaborative design, and guiding junior designers within an open, dialogue-driven studio.

Ideal candidates have 5–10 years in design-forward studios, strong judgment, and a deep interest in contextual architecture. The position offers growth in design leadership and a studio culture that values mentoring and rigorous craft.