Project Architect at High End Boutique Townhouse Firm in BK

Architecture Responsibilities

Lead our in-house teams and clients through the entire architecture/design process
Draft and detail construction plans for residential gut renovations and new construction
Manage all design professionals and expeditors
Participate in the budget creation and value engineering processes
Maintain company design standards
Assist with quality control - we expect nothing but the highest standards

Project Management Responsibilities

Strategic planning, budgeting and client management for high-end townhouse construction and renovations
Define and manage project goals, budgets and schedules and ensure deadlines are being met
Review plans for completeness and generate RFI’s where necessary
Produce RFP’s, negotiate contracts to our advantage, manage vendors and contracts with subcontractors
Coverage and oversee project design teams and other consultants
Manage timely purchase, delivery and tracking of required finishes and fixtures
Quality control - we expect nothing but the highest standards

Client Reporting and Management

Schedule Department of Buildings and progress inspections as required

Skills/Requirements

• Client management
• Leadership ability, especially under pressure
• Unwavering commitment to excellence
• Proven ability to meet deadlines
• Self motivated/Self-starter
• Multi-tasker
• Innovative
• Extremely detail oriented
• High achiever
• Problem solver
• Strategic thinker
• Persistent
• Comprehensive understanding of residential architecture, engineering and construction in New York City
• Brooklyn brownstone design interest/sensibility
• Fluency with Google Docs/Dropbox/AIA standards/Procore/Procore Financials
• Licence to practice architecture in New York State preferred but not required

Requirements

• Minimum 7 years experience managing comprehensive NYC residential architecture and construction projects
• Proficiency in controlling job costs and adhering to schedules
• Strong leadership, communication and management skills
• Positive and professional attitude

Salary and Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Unlimited vacation with advanced approval
• Flexible working hours
• Parental leave
• Referral bonuses
• Some remote work will be acceptable