Architectural Designer

FXCollaborative; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FXCollaborative in Brooklyn, NY, is seeking talented Intermediate Designers to contribute across architectural, interior, planning, and urban design projects. The role emphasizes strong conceptual design and presentation skills, with collaboration through all project phases.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years of experience, a degree in architecture, and proficiency with Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, and Adobe Creative Suite.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of related professional experience.
• Degree in architecture required (Bachelor or Master).
• LEED accreditation preferred.
• Strong prioritization and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and proactive work style.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist design teams on projects through all phases from Pre-Schematic through Construction Documents.
• Support programming, zoning research, massing and design studies.
• Prepare presentation documents, renderings, and client materials.
• Create scale drawings, 3D models, sketches, and physical models to convey design ideas.
• Research materials, products, and furnishings aligned with project goals.

Skills

Conceptual design

Graphic representation

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in architecture

Tools

Revit

SketchUp

Enscape

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

FXCollaborative is an established architectural, interior design, planning, and urban design firm based in Brooklyn, NY. Noted for its commitment to sustainable design, the firm has been recognized through local, national, and international design excellence awards and feature articles in the most prestigious design publications. The practice encompasses corporate, civic, cultural, educational, transportation, residential, hospitality, office, retail, and mixed-use projects on a variety of scales.

We are currently accepting applications for talented Intermediate Designers.

Responsibilities

• Strong conceptual design ability and advanced graphic representation skills.
• Assist design teams on projects through all phases from Pre-Schematic Phase through Construction Documents.
• Work on programming research, zoning research, massing, orientation studies & design studies.
• Prepare design presentation documents, renderings, and materials for client meetings.
• Render design ideas and intent in forms of scale drawings, 3-D models, sketches, illustrations, and physical models.
• Research materials, products and furnishings based on project design goals.

Position Requirements

• 5-8 years of related professional experience.
• Bachelor or Master degree in architecture required.
• LEED accredited preferred.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment.
• Highly motivated self-starter, with an attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Revit, SketchUp, Enscape, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and other related design software.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status, transgender, gender identity or expression, observance of the Sabbath, political activities, caregiver status, unemployment status, use of a service dog, criminal/arrest record, credit history, lawful use of any product or lawful recreational activities when not at work, traits historically associated with race, religious attire or facial hair, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status. FXCollaborative takes affirmative action in support of its policy to and advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.