Senior Interior Architect

Archinect; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Wellness programs

Professional development opportunities

License/reimbursement support

Job summary

WRNS Studio in New York City is seeking a Senior Interior Architect to lead design teams from concept through construction. The role demands 15+ years of architectural experience, strong leadership, and expertise in interior architecture for workplaces.

You will coordinate with consultants, engage clients, and oversee documentation and construction administration to ensure design intent. The position emphasizes collaboration, robust knowledge of codes, and the ability to deliver sustainable,

Qualifications

• Professional degree in architecture with licensure.
• 15+ years of architectural and planning experience with leadership.
• Strong design, technical and leadership skills for large projects.
• Experience leading medium to large scale projects and renovations.
• Knowledge of local building codes and construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases from concept to construction.
• Coordinate with consultants and engage clients to align vision.
• Oversee production and documentation from concept to permit submission.
• Oversee construction administration to maintain design intent.
• Apply knowledge of materials, detailing, and construction techniques.
• Collaborate effectively within a project team to ensure design excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Project coordination

Team management

Revit

Education

Professional Degree in Architecture (BArch / MArch)

Licensed architect

Tools

Revit

Job description

WRNS Studio is seeking a Senior Interior Architect for our New York Cityoffice.

Responsibilities

• Lead design teams through all phases of projects, from concept to construction on various sizes and levels of complexity
• Provide project team leadership and coordinate with consultants to engage clients, aligning vision and deliverables
• Participate in production and oversee documentation of projects from concept, through entitlement, to permit submission
• Oversee construction administration, ensuring design intent is maintained through execution
• Exercise knowledge of architectural design, detailing, building materials, and construction techniques
• Work independently and as part of a project team, collaborating effectively to achieve excellence in design and sustainability

Requirements

• Minimum 15+ years of architectural and planning experience with strong technical, design, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience leading medium to large-scale projects
• Technical proficiency with complex renovation projects
• Preferred candidate will have some experience with interior architecture, especially workplace
• Experience working in all phases of architectural projects, including construction administration
• Experience permitting projects through local Authorities-Having-Jurisdiction
• Strong knowledge of local building codes
• Excellent Revit skills required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Professional Degree in Architecture (BArch / MArch)
• Registered, licensed architect (LEED accreditation a plus)

Work location

Please note, this position is expected to work on-site. WRNS has found that working together and in-person is essential to our collaboration, communication, continuous learning, productivity and innovation.

Benefits

At WRNS Studio, we are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive benefits package that is reflective of our values. We offer medical, dental, vision, and life/disability insurance, as well as 401(k) match, 160 hours of paid time off (PTO) per year, alternate Fridays off, paid holidays, wellness programs, incentive compensation bonuses, and professional development opportunities. In addition, WRNS Studio offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and development.