Senior Architectural Designer

Andrew Franz Architect, PLLC is a small, award-winning New York City based architecture and design firm with projects ranging from private houses and apartments to a variety of commercial and cultural facilities.

The studio is currently seeking a full time Architectural Designer with 5-8 years of professional experience to work on high-end residential design projects in NYC, surrounding states, Miami, and the Caribbean in a casual but focused work environment.

The Senior Architectural Designer will have great design talent and be capable of executing both modern and contextually-appropriate designs. Candidates should have a great understanding of the construction process, and possess excellent communication skills. Candidates must have experience with single-family residential projects.

The Senior Architectural Designer will work on projects from inception to completion and must be self-driven, motivated, and able to work with confidence through every stage of project.

Qualifications:

• BArch or MArch degree.
• 5-8 years of professional experience.
• Strong design skills and a technical aptitude.
• Excellent organizational and client relationship skills.
• CD development experience and thorough knowledge of assembling CD, DOB and LPC sets.
• Proficiency in NYC Department of Buildings coordination, zoning and code familiarity.
• Excellent drafting skills and fluent in 3D rendering; Proficiency in AutoCAD, Adobe CS, SketchUp, 3DMax or Rhino.

Applicants must reside in the New York City area. Applicants must already possess valid working visa for 2 years, minimum.

$75,000-90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

AFA offers a wide range of employee benefits including health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, and paid vacation and personal days. 

We would love to hear from you! If you think you are a good fit for this position, please send a cover letter, resume and a digital portfolio to studio@andrewfranz.com. Please put ‘Senior Architectural Designer’ as the subject.