Senior Architect

The Crowd; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design-focused firm is seeking a Senior Architect to join their NYC office, offering a partnership track role. The ideal candidate will excel in leading bespoke projects, mentoring team members, and enhancing design excellence in a collaborative studio environment that values detailed, high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect required.
• 20+ years of professional experience, with a mix of custom residential or cultural projects is ideal.
• Proven ability to run high-value, complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex, high-end architectural projects from design through construction.
• Act as a client liaison, building trusted relationships with stakeholders.
• Oversee and mentor a small internal team.

Skills

Detailing

Documentation

Construction Administration

Education

Licensed Architect

20+ years of professional experience

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr

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About the Role:

An award-winning, design-focused practice with studios in NYC and Europe is seeking an experienced Senior Architect to join their close-knit team. This is a rare Partnership Track opportunity for someone ready to take on a pivotal role within a highly respected firm known for its meticulously crafted, high-end private and cultural projects.

Working closely with the leadership team, you’ll lead bespoke projects from concept through completion, collaborating with discerning clients and overseeing a talented internal team. The studio values design excellence, thoughtful detailing, and a hands-on approach at every stage of the process.

This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a boutique studio environment, enjoys wearing multiple hats, and is looking to help shape the future of a practice while continuing to produce exceptional architecture. The studio has a collaborative, close-knit feel where everyone contributes to the design process and has a real impact. They’re known for producing beautifully detailed work and place a strong emphasis on mentorship and career growth. It’s a great environment for someone who values thoughtful design, working closely with others, and being part of a team that genuinely supports each other.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex, high-end architectural projects from design through construction
• Act as a client liaison, building trusted relationships with design-savvy stakeholders
• Oversee and mentor a small internal team, fostering a collaborative studio culture
• Contribute to design reviews, technical development, detailing, and project coordination
• Manage consultants and ensure timely project delivery to the highest standards
• Play an active role in studio leadership with a clear pathway to partnership

Key Skills/Requirements:

• Licensed Architect (required)
• 20+ years of professional experience, ideally with a mix of custom residential or cultural projects
• Proven ability to run high-value, complex projects
• Strong detailing, documentation, and construction administration skills
• Comfortable leading small teams and mentoring

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Interior Design

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