Junior Architectural Designer

Fradkin Cooper Architects; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Fradkin Cooper Architects in New York City seeks a junior designer with 3–5 years of experience and a strong foundation in architectural practice. The role involves contributing to a wide range of projects, from high-end residential renovations to institutional work, and participating in design through construction supervision.

Candidates should hold a 4-year degree in Architecture or related field, and be proficient in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and the Adobe Creative Suite; experience in 3D modeling

Qualifications

• 4-year degree or higher from an accredited school in Architecture or related field.
• 3-5 years work experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp.
• Strong communication and writing skills, attention to detail, fast learner, good at multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all design stages from schematic design through construction documents.
• Collaborate with team on a wide range of projects from renovations to new construction.
• Assist in presentations and client meetings.
• Prepare drawings, specifications, and coordinate with consultants.

Skills

Communication

Writing

Attention to detail

Fast learner

Multitasking

Education

Architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

SketchUp

3D modeling

Job description

Fradkin Cooper Architects is a small architecture and design firm located in midtown NYC. We practice an unusually wide range of work for a small office, from high-end apartment and townhouse gut renovations, to institutional work such as schools and non-profits, to office fit-outs. The majority of our work is renovation or adaptation of existing buildings, but we do new construction as well. Please see examples of our work at our website, www.fradkincooper.com.

We are seeking a Junior Designer to join our team. Requirements as follows:

• 4-year degree or higher from an accredited school in Architecture or related field
• 3-5 years work experience
• Experience with AutoCAD, Adobe creative suite, Sketchup. Other 3D modeling or rendering experience are a plus, but CAD and Sketchup are the primary programs we use at the moment.
• Strong communication and writing skills, attention to detail, fast learner, good at multitasking

This role would be ideal for a person early in their career seeking a wide range of experience. In our firm, everyone is fully involved in every aspect of the project from start to finish, from schematic design through CDs through overseeing construction. Lots of opportunities for the right person!