Senior Project Architect / Architectural Project Lead

Responsibilities

• Lead high-end residential renovation and townhouse projects from concept through construction administration
• Manage project teams, consultants, schedules, and client communication throughout all project phases
• Prepare, coordinate, and oversee filing packages for NYC DOB and LPC approvals
• Develop thoughtful, compelling presentations and communicate design narratives through drawings, imagery, and material palettes
• Cook up and oversee detailed drawing sets, specifications, and construction documentation
• Conduct site visits, resolve field conditions, and collaborate with contractors, fabricators, and consultants
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio culture
• Problem solve proactively and maintain project momentum in a fast-paced NYC environment

Qualifications

• Licensed Architect required
• Minimum 7+ years of professional experience, with significant experience in high-end residential architecture and renovation
• Extensive experience with NYC DOB filings, permitting processes, zoning coordination, and LPC approvals
• Strong technical knowledge of NYC residential renovation detailing, specifications, building systems, and construction methodologies
• Proven construction administration experience and ability to collaborate effectively with contractors, consultants, and build teams
• Experience managing sophisticated high-end residential clients with professionalism, confidence, and discretion
• Exceptional design sensibility with strong graphic, visualization, and presentation skills
• Able to communicate design concepts and project narratives clearly through imagery, drawings, and presentations
• Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Self-motivated, adaptable, solutions-oriented, and highly collaborative
• Proficiency in the following software platforms is strongly preferred: AutoCAD, Revit, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), SketchUp, Microsoft Office / Google Workspace, and project management and coordination platforms (Asana, Monday.com, Procore, or similar)
• Experience with rendering, visualization, and presentation software is a plus

About Us

We are a full-service design/build firm specializing in high-end residential renovations and custom homes throughout New York City. Our integrated architecture, construction, and custom millwork teams work collaboratively to deliver deeply considered, finely executed projects with an emphasis on craftsmanship, technical rigor, and exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented leader who brings energy, flexibility, technical sophistication, and a collaborative mindset to every phase of a project — from design and permitting through construction execution and problem solving in the field.

Pay

$90,000 - $120,000 annually

Schedule

NYC