Preservation Architect

AYON Studio; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Profit sharing

Professional development

Job summary

AYON Studio, a growing architecture and preservation practice in NYC, seeks a Preservation Architect to contribute to heritage conservation and adaptive reuse of landmark-quality buildings. The role focuses on documentation, design of interventions, LPC/DOB filings, and Construction Documents for interior and exterior projects.

The ideal candidate has architectural training or MSc in Historic Preservation, strong CAD/Revit skills, and the ability to work on multiple projects in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and client liaison abilities.
• Experience documenting and designing for historic buildings.
• Familiarity with LPC, SHPO, DOB approvals and FISP compliance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, coordinate with leadership and staff.

Responsibilities

• Documentation and conditions assessments for existing buildings.
• Design of interventions including interior restoration and exterior repairs.
• Prepare Construction Documents for renovations and repairs; oversee construction phase.
• Coordinate progress with Project Manager and Principal; assist with marketing materials.

Skills

Communication skills

Multi-project management

Self-driven

Education

Architectural degree

M Sc in Historic Preservation

Tools

CAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Hand sketching

Job description

AYON Studio, a growing architecture and preservation practice in NYC, seeks a Preservation Architect to help us further our mission, achieve our vision, and uphold our values. We are a service-focused, community-driven firm dedicated to heritage conservation and preservation advocacy. We look to transform the built environment with contemporary, sustainable and architecturally appropriate interventions. Located on Union Square in the heart of Manhattan, AYON Studio works with public agencies, cultural institutions, and private property owners to safeguard and enhance significant properties, ensuring their viability for future generations.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include documentation, conditions assessments and design of interventions on a variety of existing buildings. The Historic Preservation projects that applicant will be assigned to include a combination of conservation (interior restoration, building envelope repairs), adaptive reuse and rehabilitation (interior and exterior alterations). The position requires working directly with the firm's leadership and the rest of the staff on assessing the nature and condition of existing historic properties (mostly designated Landmarks or Landmark-quality buildings); developing design solutions and preparing Construction Documents for interior renovations and exterior repairs; FISP inspection and reporting; assisting with filing the proposed work with regulatory agencies (LPC, DOB, SHPO, NPS, etc.); spearheading the bid procurement and construction contract administration phases; and reviewing the Contractor's work, samples and submittals during the construction phase. Other responsibilities include coordinating the project progress with the Project Manager and the Principal; updating office marketing material; and assisting with in-house business development tasks.

Qualifications

An understanding of historic buildings' materials and construction assemblies, as well as their decay patterns and causes of deterioration. The ability to detail and specify appropriate repairs is required. Experience with both building envelope repairs and interior renovation projects is also desired, including submission to, and approval by LPC, SHPO and DOB. Adaptability to a dynamic work environment coupled with ability to work on multiple projects concurrently while responding timely to deadlines. Experience with preparing Construction Documents and providing Construction Contract Administration services, including site observations; managing contractor submittals and RFIs is essential. We are looking for a motivated, self-driven applicant with excellent communication skills and the ability to fulfill project responsibilities while focusing on clients' needs. Experience with FISP compliance is desired. The ideal candidate would have an architectural degree and/or a M Sc in Historic Preservation or related field, as well as a minimum of four (4) to eight (8) years of previous experience working at an architectural, historic preservation or building envelope consulting firm(s). Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD), Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office is required. Hand sketching skills for on-site existing conditions documentation are also required along with willingness to perform fieldwork, including from supported and suspended scaffold. Architectural licensure or progress towards completion of ARE exams is desired but not required. This is a full-time in-person position at our Union Square office. Remote applicants will not be considered.

Benefits

In addition to two-week vacation, five-day paid sick leave, and paid holidays, AYON Studio offers employer-sponsored health, vision, and dental insurance. A 401(K) retirement savings plan with employer contribution, as well as an employer-sponsored profit sharing plan is available to all employees. AYON Studio offers a variety of professional development opportunities, including encouraging and sponsoring participation in professional events and seminars. Attendance to DOB-required scaffold training for fieldwork will be sponsored by the firm. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. AYON Studio is an equal opportunity employer. The firm does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio, and salary requirements to [e-mail]. Please show “Preservation Architect” on the subject line of your email submission. No calls please. This is an in-person position. Applicants for remote work only will not be considered. Applicants responding on the Archinect platform only will not be considered.