Senior Project Architect

American Institute of Architects; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Architect to lead innovative design projects across various sectors. This role offers the opportunity to mentor emerging talent while managing complex projects from inception to completion. You will be responsible for making key design decisions and ensuring all project phases meet client expectations and regulatory standards. Join a forward-thinking firm that values integrity and creativity, and offers a fully remote work environment with occasional travel. If you have a passion for architecture and a commitment to excellence, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Company Matching 401k

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a senior-level registered architect.
• Expertise in all five project phases of architecture.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and project teams on complex projects.
• Mentor and develop junior architects and designers.
• Manage project budgets and ensure profitability.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Design Decision Making

Client Relationship Management

Technical Writing

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Master’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Autodesk Revit

CADD

MS Office Suite

Deltek Vision

Job description

N.K. Bhandari Architecture & Engineering, P.C. is looking for a bright, energetic and creative individual to join our team. We are a client-centric design firm who has built our reputation on delivering the highest quality product and creative solutions for clients in the federal, state, education, healthcare, industrial and commercial sectors for more than 45 years. We are driven by our core values of integrity, quality, professionalism and creativity in all that we do.

Work Environment:

• This position is fully remote! In-person team meetings may be required from time to time.
• Approximately 10-20% travel is expected to various job sites and client locations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership to the design and project teams on large, complex projects to satisfy the client’s project needs and requirements for project designs such as drawings, specifications, code requirements, cost estimates, and reports.
• Mentor and develop Project Architects, Designers, and Drafters, and create an environment of continuous learning and challenge.
• Make major design decisions (spatial, aesthetic, and detailing).
• Oversee the preparation and check the accuracy of contract documents. Incorporate applicable codes, construction techniques and sequences in projects including all aspects of cross discipline coordination.
• Manage performance of construction document reviews including coordination, quality assurance, and quality control.
• Manage site observations and respond to problems/questions during design and construction.
• Perform code reviews, prepare applications, follow projects through approvals and construction.
• Serve as Senior Project Manager on various client assignments.
• Plan, interpret, organize, schedule, and manage projects through all five phases while managing schedule, scope, roles and budget.
• Ensure that the project conforms to contractual agreements with client.
• Establish and effectively manage a project budget that results in profitability for the firm.
• Manage project data such as measurements, counts, inventory, meeting minutes and gathered published information, and ensure that project data is archived.
• Build relationships with clients (existing and prospective), sub-consultants, vendors and contractors and other professionals in their field of interest.
• Seek opportunities to generate proposals that result in new business for the firm and contribute technical content to proposal responses as needed.
• Prepare and conduct formal presentations.

Compensation: $100,000 to $130,000 per year depending on qualifications.

NKB offers medical, dental, and vision coverage; short and long term disability insurance, life insurance, company matching 401k, and paid time off.

NKB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Requirements:

• Senior-level registered architect with 10+ years of experience
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture
• Expertise in the five project phases: schematic design, design development, construction documents, bidding and negotiation, construction administration
• Working knowledge of CADD and BIM design software, preferably Autodesk Revit
• Proficiency in professional and technical writing
• Proficiency in MS Office programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint as well as Publishing software programs
• Knowledge in Deltek Vision preferred

Must be a U.S. citizen. NKB utilizes E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive/classified information.