Senior Designer / Architect

About the role

Lyon/Szot Architecture D.P.C. is an architecture office focused on the design and execution of exceptional work. Our office is driven by an unbounded curiosity about the relationship between people, contemporary culture, and the built environment. Our best work operates across different scales and programs to respond to challenging contexts and complex content. We see our ability to collaborate as key to realizing the designs we create.

Responsibilities

• Develop projects from concept to realization, generating progress studies, bid and filing drawings, and design material for client presentations.
• Engage the entire range of the office’s creative workflow through sketching, parametric design, digital modeling, rendering, drafting, physical model making, and prototyping.
• Lead projects and be intimately involved from concept through completion.

Requirements

• Professional degree in Architecture from an accredited institution
• Minimum 8-10 years of post-graduate experience working in architecture
• License not required, but strongly considered
• Knowledge of project processes related to coordination, workflow, project approvals, construction detailing, materials, methods and codes
• Experience with NYC Department of Building Filing is a prerequisite
• Strong conceptual, design and graphic skills illustrated in a comprehensive portfolio
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Creative Suite
• Ability to work independently, lead the internal team when needed and coordinate with external consultants
• Able to meet aggressive deadlines while maintaining high-quality work
• Proven organizational abilities and consistent attention to detail
• Self-motivated, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated commitment to making, whether through analog or digital means, including CNC milling, Robotics, 3D printing, or others

Qualifications

• Authorization to work in the U.S.

Pay

This is a full-time position with competitive compensation commensurate with a candidate’s experience and qualifications.

Schedule

LSA provides 12 paid holidays and 15 days of accrued flexible time off.

Benefits

• Full healthcare and retirement benefits

Benefits

• Collaborative, exciting environment