Senior Architectural Designer

Thornton Tomasetti; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k retirement savings

Tuition Reimbursement

Commuter Transit

Job summary

Thornton Tomasetti in New York is seeking a Senior Architectural Designer for the Forensics Practice. You will lead forensic evaluations of building envelopes and architectural systems, diagnose failure mechanisms, and help craft remediation strategies rooted in investigative insight.

You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with engineers and project partners, and continue developing technical and client-facing capabilities within the forensic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• 2+ years in architecture or forensic investigations.
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving for envelope performance.
• Excellent communication, reliability and leadership abilities.
• Proactive mentoring of junior staff and workload management.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of forensic evaluations of building envelopes or system issues.
• Develop and review technical reports for clarity and accuracy.
• Provide guidance and day-to-day support for interns and junior architects.
• Observe client interactions to understand scopes, services, and fees.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture

Master’s or PhD preferred

Job description

Thornton Tomasetti applies engineering and scientific principles to solve the world’s challenges. An independent organization of creative thinkers and innovative doers collaborating from offices worldwide, our mission is to bring our clients' ideas to life and, in the process, lay the groundwork for a better, more resilient future. We provide support and opportunities to our employees to achieve their full potential and cultivate a rewarding career.

Your Role

As a Senior Architectural Designer in our Forensics Practice, you’ll handle complex evaluations of building envelopes and architectural systems, diagnosing failure mechanisms, analyzing performance issues, and helping craft remediation strategies rooted in clear investigative insight. You’ll play a key role in investigations of varying scopes, applying sound architectural judgment while supporting litigation and insurance clients. You’ll mentor junior staff, collaborate closely with engineers and project partners, and continue developing your technical and client-facing capabilities within the forensic environment.

What You’ll Do

• Take ownership of forensic evaluations, applying advanced architectural and diagnostic principles to non-routine building envelopes or system issues.
• Develop and review technical reports, ensuring clarity and accuracy.
• Provide technical guidance and day-to-day support for interns and entry-level architects, helping them learn best practices and navigate project tasks.
• Expand your project exposure by observing client interactions, gaining insight into scopes, services, and fee structures, and building a strong professional network within TT and across the industry.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture; Master’s or PhD preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in architecture or forensic investigations.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to adapt approaches for unique challenges involving building envelope performance, water intrusion, materials degradation, or architectural system failures.
• Proven communication skills, reliability, and leadership behaviors including authenticity, trust-building, and effective communication within your sphere of influence.
• Initiative to mentor junior staff, manage your workload proactively, and continue deepening your expertise in both technical and project delivery fundamentals.

Compensation

The rate for this position generally is $87,000 - $100,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to the New York Pay Transparency Law. It is based on what a successful New York applicant might be paid and assumes that the successful candidate will be in New York or perform the position from New York. Similar positions located outside of New York will not necessarily receive the same compensation. Actual pay rates may vary from the range, as permitted by New York Equal Pay Transparency Law. Compensation offers will be based on various factors, including operational needs, individual education, qualifications and experience, work location and comparison to employee already in the role, as well as other considerations permitted by law. A potential new employee’s pay history will not be used in compensation decisions.

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability and other voluntary benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical and Childcare
• Paid Time Off, Family Leave for New Parents, Volunteer Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Commuter Transit (where available)
• 401k retirement savings with Company matching on employee contributions and/or qualified student loan repayments
• Fitness Reimbursement
• And other various wellness, diversity/inclusion and employee resource programs and initiatives

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Thornton Tomasetti is proud to be an equal employment workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Thornton Tomasetti are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, race, religion (including beliefs and practices or the absence thereof), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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