Project Architect/Designer

About the role

Handel Architects is seeking highly skilled Project Architects and Designers with 6‑10 years of professional experience and strong Revit capabilities. The position focuses on multi‑family high‑rise residential and mixed‑use development, offering a leadership role within the team and collaboration with senior members on high‑design projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day‑to‑day activities with the project team, including consultants.
• Work closely with the Project Manager to advance projects from feasibility and concept design through documentation and construction administration.
• Collaborate with the design team to produce design documents and presentations for client and consultant meetings.
• Direct and mentor junior staff.
• Meet and manage client needs in coordination with design and construction teams.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture.
• 6‑10 years of professional experience, preferably in multi‑family residential and mixed‑use developments.
• Proficiency in Revit and experience managing models and coordination with multiple consultants.
• Fluency with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office.
• 3‑D modeling and rendering experience preferred (Rhino, Enscape, Grasshopper, D5).
• Excellent graphic presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and team‑collaboration skills.
• Critical thinking and ability to carry design concepts through to realization.
• Working knowledge of NYC building codes, zoning, ADA requirements, and other applicable standards.

Pay

Salary range: $85,000‑$100,000, commensurate with experience. Annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

• Health benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life).
• Competitive PTO.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Professional development opportunities.

Schedule

New hires work full‑time on‑site for the first six months. After onboarding, the firm follows a hybrid schedule of three in‑office days and two optional remote days per week.