Intermediate Technical Architect Designer: Corporate/Commercial/Workplace

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Meritas Advisory Group, LLC is seeking an Intermediate Technical Architectural Designer for our New York, NY office. The role focuses on construction documentation, technical coordination, and site surveys within corporate, commercial, and workplace interiors, including retail banking interiors.

The ideal candidate holds a BA in Architecture (MA a plus) with 5–8 years of experience, expert Revit and AutoCAD skills, and a solid understanding of NYC/IBC codes. Hybrid work with benefits offered.

Qualifications

• BA in Architecture required; MA a plus.
• 5–8 years of professional technical experience in corporate/commercial interiors.
• Expert proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD; strong understanding of contract docs.

Responsibilities

• Site survey and documentation.
• Produce full construction documentation with detailing and specifications.
• Coordinate with design team, clients, landlords and consultants.
• Review RFIs and shop drawings; support project close-out.

Skills

Communication

Team coordination

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

Intermediate Technical Architectural Designer

New York, NY (Corporate / Commercial / Workplace Interiors / Retail banking Interiors

Our client is an award-winning provider of innovative design solutions. Headquartered in New York City and additional satellite offices, the firm works locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.

They currently have an immediate need for an experienced Technical Designer / for either their New York City office, or their Maitland, FL location.

Responsibilities

• Site survey and documentation
• General site code review (egress, fixture counts, path of travel)
• Assist with preparation of budget scope drawings and specifications
• Technical coordination with the design team
• Full construction documentation including technical detailing and specifications
• Coordination with client, landlord, and consultants
• Redline review of construction documents
• Issue and distribute documentation
• Respond to questions from bidders
• Attend weekly project meetings and respond to RFI's
• Site inspections and layout approvals
• Coordinate revisions, bulletins and addenda
• Review shop drawings and submittals
• Punchlist inspection, compilation and distribution
• Assist in project close‑out documentation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture (BA); Master’s degree (MA) a plus
• Minimum of 5-8 continuous professional technical experience in Corporate / Commercial Workplace / Retail Banking Interiors
• Expert proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD
• Full understanding of contract documents and standards
• Strong knowledge of x‑refs, layers, and layer management
• Knowledge of the NYC and IBC Building Codes
• Knowledge of NYC Zoning
• Excellent verbal, interpersonal, and communication skills
• A technical detail‑oriented mindset and an ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment

The projected Annual Salary Range for this role is $85K to $115. Position is full time, hybrid and includes a comprehensive benefits plan.