Senior Designer

KPF; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 102,500 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401k with company matching contributions

Paid time off

Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) support

Job summary

A prestigious architecture firm in New York City is seeking a Senior Designer to contribute to innovative building designs. The role requires 10+ years of architectural experience, strong conceptual design abilities, and proficiency in design tools like Revit and Rhino. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, support project coordination, and mentor junior designers. The position is full-time in our New York office and offers competitive compensation along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant architectural design experience.
• Experience with site planning, zoning analysis, and relevant code compliance.
• Construction Administration experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to master planning, site planning, and building design.
• Prepare compelling presentation materials for client and internal review.
• Support project coordination activities, including design calculations and compliance research.
• Assist in the preparation of construction documents and architectural detailing.
• Provide design direction and mentorship to junior team members.

Skills

Conceptual design skills

Strong communication skills

Graphic presentation skills

Proficiency in Revit

Proficiency in Rhino

Proficiency in AutoCad

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

Rhino

AutoCad

Adobe Creative Suite

Grasshopper

Job description

Senior Designer page is loaded## Senior Designerlocations: New Yorktime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR202600015**KPF**, a global architecture practice headquartered in New York City, is seeking a Senior Designer in New York City. This role partners closely with Design Directors and Project Managers to advance conceptual and schematic design, develop high‑quality 2D and 3D presentations for internal and client audiences, and collaborate across disciplines to ensure design excellence throughout all project phases.**Primary Responsibilities**:**Design & Planning*** Contribute to master planning, site planning, and building design through high‑quality digital and physical design exercises.* Develop conceptual and schematic design proposals, project layouts, and 3D models using Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, and other design tools.* Prepare compelling presentation materials, including diagrams, renderings, models, and design narratives for client and internal review.**Technical & Project Support*** Support project coordination activities, including design calculations, compliance research, zoning and code analysis, and specification review.* Assist in the preparation of construction documents, architectural detailing, and technical drawings.* Participate in construction administration by reviewing shop drawings, responding to RFIs, evaluating material submittals and mockups, and conducting periodic site visits.**Team Leadership & Collaboration*** Provide design direction and mentorship to junior and intermediate team members.* Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contributing to a positive, high‑performance project environment.* Present design concepts and project updates clearly and confidently to internal teams, clients, and stakeholders.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture* 10+ years of relevant architectural design experience* Strong conceptual design skills supported by excellent visual, verbal, and written communication abilities.* Ability to develop, communicate and present design concepts to project teams.* Strong communication and excellent graphic presentation skills* Ability to speak and make presentations in front of large project team groups.* Proficiency in Revit, Rhino, AutoCad, Adobe Creative Suite is required. Grasshopper experience preferred but not required.* Experience with site planning, zoning analysis, and relevant code compliance.* Construction Administration experience a plus* LEED accreditation and architectural license preferred.**Work Environment:**This position requires you to be in person in **our New York office** 5 days per week.**Pay Range:**$102,500.00 - $125,000.00 AnnualKPF’s mission is to elevate cities through impactful design, collaborating closely with the world’s most forward-thinking clients to create high performing, carefully crafted buildings that are unique to their physical, social, and environmental contexts.* **Career Growth:** Opportunities for training, development, and career progression.* **Company Culture:** Collaborative, high-performance environment with a focus on innovation and excellence.* **Benefits:** Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k with company matching contributions, paid time off, Architectural Registration Exam (ARE) support and other perks.**To Apply:**Applications submitted without a resume and portfolio via the KPF Career Site will not be considered.**KPF is an equal opportunity employer.**KPF is seeking talented individuals who share our mission to elevate cities through impactful design. Our teams range from three to fifty people. No matter the size, we emphasize collaboration, because we believe every voice has value.### Get In Touch