Senior Architect

H2m; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Architect with over 10 years of experience to join their dynamic team in New York City. This role involves developing and executing architectural designs while ensuring compliance with SCA standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate creativity and problem-solving skills, maintaining strong client relationships and managing project phases from inception to completion. This innovative firm values collaboration and offers a supportive environment for professional growth, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about architecture and design. Join a team that is committed to creating sustainable and functional designs that positively impact communities.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

401(k) retirement savings

Annual and spot bonuses

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student loan debt repayment program

Technology allowance

Professional development programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of architectural design experience required.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and exposure to Revit is essential.
• Strong communication skills are necessary for client interactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relations and ensure satisfaction through effective communication.
• Lead projects from scope phase through construction documentation.
• Ensure compliance with SCA standards and NYC codes.

Skills

Architectural Design

Client Relationship Management

Creativity and Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

New York, NY, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 4:59 AM

H2M architects + engineers, a multidiscipline architectural, engineering, environmental consulting firm seeks a licensed Senior Architect to join our team in our NYC office.

Architecture is about balance: the balance between form and function, between creative and practical, and between the built and natural environment. Our cooperative approach to architecture means that our design teams are both grounded and progressive, and that our designs are both attainable and sustainable. Through collaboration, peer critiques, and design mentorship, we apply best practices to meet the current and future needs of our clients and communities.

Come join our multi-disciplined team of architects and engineers. We’re looking for a Sr. Architect with 10+ years’ experience in the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) design procedures, CAD production and document coordination. In this role, you will work in developing and executing SCA design work. Experience with building envelope inspection and construction is desired. Strong verbal and written skills are required, while following SCA Design standards. You will also coordinate the efforts of both in-house and outside teams who handle structural engineering, MEP design, civil and environmental engineering services.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain/develop relationships with key client personnel for client satisfaction.
• Manage all aspects of client relations including attending meetings.
• Makes decisions and recommendations that are recognized as authoritative and have an important impact on extensive architectural activities.
• Key role in development of projects, from scope phase through construction documents and services during construction administration.
• Ability to demonstrate creativity, foresight and mature architectural judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented architectural problems.
• Determine compliance with technical documents, SCA specific standards, NYC codes and all remaining AHJ requirements (MTA, DEP, FDNY, etc.).
• Involved in the analysis of client problems in conceiving and developing architectural solutions to those problems.
• Perform other like duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• 10+ years of architectural design experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Architectural Design.
• Exceptional knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Exposure to Revit and other BIM software.
• SCA experience is required.
• The ability to work and thrive in a team environment.
• Knowledge of project specifications & CSI division formatting.
• Excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture required. Master’s preferred.
• Professional RA required.

The salary range for this role is $110,000 - $150,000 annually.

About H2M:

While we have grown into a large firm over the past 90 plus years, we remain dedicated to preserving our small company connections. It is our intention to always stand as one H2M with a mission that is built around:

• Our People: It’s our people that create our culture, execute our projects, service our clients, support our communities, and help make our company a great place to work.
• Our clients: Our clients are “why” we exist as an organization. We have the experience, expertise, and skillsets that our clients do not have yet are needed to solve the problems of the built environment.
• Our communities: We commit to creating a safe environment that fosters thriving and healthy communities through our contributions and support for numerous charitable, educational, and community-based causes and organizations.

At H2M, we’re more than just the services we provide. We are a team of over 500 professionals with the knowledge, ability, and desire to create something truly impressive. When we ask for the best of you, it is right to ask for the best of the company. Your growth is our growth. Your success is our success. We are in this mission together, so let’s see it through together.

H2M continuously strives to provide our employees and their families a comprehensive benefit experience surrounding their physical and financial well-being. We offer healthcare and wellness benefits, 401(k) retirement savings with up to 6% employer matching contributions with 100% vesting schedule, annual and spot bonus performance programs, flexibility and paid time off. We also offer tuition assistance for continuing education & professional licensure, student loan debt repayment program, technology allowance and excellent professional development programs that are custom designed for employees at all levels. H2M continually supports their employees through different Employee Resource Groups, such as Diversity and Inclusion, Sustainability, Women’s Initiative and Young Professionals.

H2M is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, pregnancy status, childbirth, related health conditions or reproductive decisions, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristics protected by Federal, State or local law. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Come for the job, stay for the challenge!