Intermediate Designer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with employer match

Licensure support

Job summary

Trades Workforce Solutions in New York City is seeking an Intermediate Designer / Architectural Designer II to lead design exploration across various project types from concept through development. The role involves working with principals, junior designers and technical teams in a collaborative studio environment.

The ideal candidate has 5–10 years in design-forward architecture, strong conceptual judgement, and a passion for shaping design outcomes in a dynamic in-studio setting.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in design-forward architecture studios.
• Experience in design-oriented offices with critique culture.
• Ability to develop strong architectural concepts through multiple phases.
• Strong understanding of urban context, zoning, massing, spatial sequencing and architectural systems.
• Clear verbal, graphic, and visual communication skills.
• Comfortable working within regulatory, structural and programmatic constraints.
• Interest in mentorship, collaboration and long-term growth within a studio environment.
• Currently authorised to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Lead design exploration across multiple scales and project types.
• Develop massing, urban response, spatial organisation, design narrative and architectural detail.
• Work alongside design principals, junior designers and technical teams across multiple projects.
• Help ensure design intent is carried thoughtfully through design development.
• Mentor and support junior designers through critique, guidance and example.
• Participate in studio pin-ups, design reviews and ongoing design dialogue.
• Contribute to clear communication, realistic project planning and strong design outcomes.

Skills

5–10 years experience

Conceptual design

Collaboration

Mentorship

Communication

Job description

Intermediate Designer / Architectural Designer II

New York City | In-Studio

$85,000 - $125,000+ commensurate with experience

An Intermediate Designer is required to join an in-studio architecture practice in New York City, working across a diverse range of project types and scales, including residential, mixed-use, workplace, adaptive reuse, cultural and institutional projects.

This is a design-led opportunity for an Intermediate Designer with strong conceptual judgement, architectural rigour and an interest in shaping ideas from early design through later project stages. You will work closely with design principals, technical teams and junior designers in a collaborative studio environment built around critique, dialogue and shared authorship.

Intermediate Designer / Architectural Designer II Benefits

• Salary range of $85,000 - $125,000+ commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Licensure support and continuing education
• In-studio culture with direct access to leadership
• Meaningful design responsibility across complex projects
• Opportunity to grow design leadership within a collaborative architecture studio

Intermediate Designer / Architectural Designer II Role

• Lead design exploration across multiple scales and project types
• Develop massing, urban response, spatial organisation, design narrative and architectural detail
• Work alongside design principals, junior designers and technical teams across multiple projects
• Help ensure design intent is carried thoughtfully through design development
• Mentor and support junior designers through critique, guidance and example
• Participate in studio pin‑ups, design reviews and ongoing design dialogue
• Contribute to clear communication, realistic project planning and strong design outcomes

Intermediate Designer / Architectural Designer II Requirements

• 5–10 years of experience in design-forward architecture studios
• Experience in design-oriented offices with a strong culture of critique, collaboration and craft
• Ability to develop strong architectural concepts and carry them through multiple project phases
• Strong understanding of urban context, zoning, massing, spatial sequencing and architectural systems
• Clear verbal, graphic and visual communication skills
• Comfortable working within regulatory, structural and programmatic constraints
• Interest in mentorship, collaboration and long-term growth within a studio environment
• Currently authorised to work in the United States

This Intermediate Designer position is suited to someone who wants to contribute to thoughtful, context-led architecture while growing as a designer and future leader within an engaged studio environment.

Please apply with a resume and portfolio demonstrating relevant architectural design work.