Architecture Discipline Lead

About the role

Performs various management, leadership, and people accountability responsibilities for a specific technical group or department. Has full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, executing, and coordinating technical assignments. Generally, requires multi-disciplinary knowledge of architecture. Plans and develops engineering tasks concerned with unique or controversial problems. Maintains liaison with units within the organization and individuals inside and outside of the organization. Responsible for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to the field.

Responsibilities

• Leads the development of design criteria for procurement for the NYCHA IDA program.
• Oversees the design implementation during Design-Build for the NYCHA IDA program.
• Manages group of architects and/or designers, coordinating activities of the unit.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Architecture + 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Preferred: Experience working with large NYC agencies and/or developers, licensed architect in NY, lead architect on similar large complex projects in NYC.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Preferred: Worked with large NYC agencies and/or developers. Licensed Architect in NY. Worked as a lead architect on similar large complex projects in NYC.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Knowledge of flood mitigation strategies and heat pump technologies.
• Ability to coordinate and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Pay

$160,000 to $176,000 annually.

Schedule

On-site work required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. We provide services in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle.